What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
judicate
Example
The court will judicate on the matter next week. [judicate: verb]
Example
The judication process can be lengthy and complex. [judication: noun]
adjudicate
Example
The arbitrator will adjudicate the dispute between the two parties. [adjudicate: verb]
Example
The adjudication process can be time-consuming and expensive. [adjudication: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Adjudicate is more commonly used than judicate in modern English and is the preferred term in legal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between judicate and adjudicate?
Both judicate and adjudicate are formal terms that are typically used in legal or official contexts. However, adjudicate is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of formality levels.
