Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jurist
noun
/ˈdʒʊərɪst/
Definition
A jurist is a person who is knowledgeable in law, especially one who is involved in the administration of justice or the practice of law.
Examples
- The jurist presented a groundbreaking opinion on constitutional law.
- Many jurists contributed to the reform of legal procedures in the country.
- As a jurist, she was invited to speak at numerous legal conferences.
Meaning
The term refers typically to someone who studies, writes about, or practices law, often having a significant understanding of legal principles and systems.
Synonyms
- legal expert
- lawyer
- legal scholar
- judge
