Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ruling
Noun
/ˈruːlɪŋ/
Definition
An official decision made by a judge or an authoritative body.
Examples
- The court’s ruling on the case set a significant precedent.
- The governing body issued a ruling that changed the rules for the competition.
- Her ruling was met with mixed reactions from the public.
Meaning
A ruling refers to a determined resolution or directive regarding a specific matter or case, often made in a legal context.
Synonyms
- Decision
- Judgment
- Verdict
- Decree
- Order
