Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sole-arbiter
noun
/soʊl ˈɑːrbɪtər/
Definition
The only person or entity authorized to make decisions or judgments in a particular situation.
Examples
- In the dispute, the judge acted as the sole-arbiter, determining the outcome without any objections from either party.
- The committee appointed the director as the sole-arbiter of the contest, ensuring a fair evaluation of all submissions.
Meaning
A sole-arbiter is someone who has the final say in a matter, without any possibility of appeal or influence from others. This term is often used in legal or contractual contexts to designate authority.
Synonyms
- Final authority
- Decider
- Ultimate judge
- Controller
