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Relational Adjectives - Adjectives of Law

These adjectives relate to the field of law, which encompasses the system of regulations and principles that govern societies and regulate human behavior.

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legislative
[Adjective]

relating to the making and passing of laws by government bodies

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judicial
[Adjective]

belonging or appropriate for a court, a judge, or the administration of justice

Ex: Lawyers play a crucial role in presenting arguments and evidence before judicial authorities .
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forensic
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related to the use of scientific techniques when trying to know more about a crime

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criminal
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dealing with legal issues that involve actions considered crimes against the state or public

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statutory
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according to or allowed by law

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disciplinary
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relating to the enforcement of rules or the correction of behavior

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penal
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relating to punishment, especially by law or regulation

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procedural
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relating to the process or procedures, especially those followed in legal or official matters

Ex: Contractual disputes often procedural steps outlined in dispute resolution clauses .
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legal
[Adjective]

related to the law or the legal system

Ex: The company was sued for legal regulations regarding environmental protection .
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illegal
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forbidden by the law

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actionable
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having enough reason to take someone to court over a legal matter

Ex: Harassment by a landlord toward tenants can actionable under landlord-tenant laws .
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legit
[Adjective]

approved or allowed by the law

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legitimate
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officially allowed or accepted according to the rules or laws that apply to a particular situation

Ex: The agreement was negotiated and signed legitimate terms and conditions .
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rightful
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authorized according to the law

Ex: rightful tenant of the apartment was determined after reviewing the lease agreement .
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punitive
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intended to punish or discipline someone for wrongdoing

Ex: Some countries punitive laws against driving under the influence , including hefty fines and license suspension .
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lawful
[Adjective]

relating or conformable to the law or its administration

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unlawful
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not permitted by or conforming to the law or regulations

Ex: The court ruled that the search conducted without a warrant unlawful.
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illicit
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against the law, especially criminal law

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liable
[Adjective]

legally held accountable for the cost of something

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accountable
[Adjective]

responsible for one's actions and prepared to explain them

Ex: Athletes are accountable for their actions both on and off the field .
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permissible
[Adjective]

allowed or acceptable according to established rules or standards

Ex: Cell phone use is permissible during the exam .
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fiduciary
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legally obligated to act in the best interests of another party, typically when managing their assets or affairs

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defamatory
[Adjective]

(of statements) intending to ruin someone's reputation with the use of unpleasant or false information

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binding
[Adjective]

legally required to be followed and cannot be avoided

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punishable
[Adjective]

deserving of punishment under the law or established rules

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litigious
[Adjective]

related to legal actions, disputes, or the process of engaging in lawsuits

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tortious
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(of law) related to a wrong action that is not considered criminal

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impeachable
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capable of being charged or accused of misconduct or wrongdoing

Ex: The police chief 's failure to address systemic corruption within the department was seen impeachable by city officials .
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complicit
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involved in a wrongful act either directly or indirectly, thus sharing responsibility or guilt for the wrongdoing

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prosecutable
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capable of being legally pursued and subject to legal action

Ex: The suspect 's confession made the case prosecutable.
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shell
[Adjective]

referring to a company that is allegedly involved in or created for illegal activities, often used as a front or cover to conceal illicit operations

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Adjectives of Law
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