Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
warrant
noun
/ˈwɔːrənt/
Definition
A warrant is a legal document issued by a court that authorizes law enforcement to take a specific action, such as searching a property or making an arrest.
Examples
- The police obtained a warrant to search the suspect’s home.
- The judge issued a warrant for the arrest of the individual.
- He felt he had a warrant for his beliefs, grounded in scientific evidence.
Meaning
In a broader sense, a warrant can also refer to a justification or guarantee for an action or decision.
Synonyms
- authorization
- permit
- mandate
- guarantee
