embracery

/ɛmˈbræsəri/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of attempting to influence a judge or jury by appealing to their emotions, rather than through the presentation of evidence.

“The prosecution accused the defense of engaging in embracery, trying to sway the jury with emotional appeals.”

Synonyms

  • influence peddling
  • jury tampering

Antonyms

  • fairness
  • impartiality