Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
judicial fiat
noun
/ˌdʒuːˈdɪʃ.əl ˈfiːæt/
Definition
A formal decree or order issued by a court or a judge, which carries legal authority.
Examples
- The judge issued a judicial fiat that restructured the terms of the contract.
- In response to the crisis, the court’s judicial fiat mandated changes to the existing regulations.
- The judicial fiat sought to clarify the ambiguity surrounding the previous ruling.
Meaning
Judicial fiat refers to an authoritative command or decision made by a judicial body, often regarding the application or interpretation of the law.
Synonyms
- court order
- judicial decree
- legal ruling
