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verdict

/ˈvɝ.dɪkt/

Meanings
  • noun

    The final decision reached after a trial.


Pronunciation
  1. /ˈvɝ.dɪkt/



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Rhymes
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hectic , petite , chronic
Variants
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verdict , verdicts , Scotch verdict , Scotch verdicts , open verdict
Etymology
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From Old French 'verdict' meaning 'speaking the truth'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'verdict' is derived from the Latin word 'veredicto' which means 'to speak the truth'.

  2. The first recorded use of the term 'verdict' in English was in the 14th century.

  3. In some legal systems, a jury's verdict must be unanimous, meaning all jurors must agree on the decision.


Related Concepts
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  1. judgment: The process of making a decision or forming an opinion, often used interchangeably with 'verdict' in legal contexts.

  2. sentence: The penalty or punishment imposed by a court after a guilty verdict.


Culture
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In literature, 'verdict' is often used to denote the final outcome or decision in a court of law. In art, it can symbolize justice and the resolution of conflicts.

How to Memorize "verdict"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a judge delivering a verdict in a courtroom setting.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'verdict' with the idea of a final decision or resolution.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Verdict: Very Expertly Resolving Disputes In Court' to memorize the meaning.


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