Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
verdict
noun
/ˈvɜːrdɪkt/
Definition
A verdict is a formal decision made by a jury or judge in a court of law.
Examples
- The jury delivered a unanimous verdict of guilty.
- After hours of deliberation, the verdict was finally reached.
- The judge’s verdict was met with mixed reactions from the public.
Meaning
It refers to the conclusion reached after a trial that determines the outcome of a legal case.
Synonyms
- ruling
- decision
- finding
- judgment
