justicia

/huˈstisja/

Definitions

1. noun

Justice, especially in the context of a specific court or system of law.

“The judge spoke about the importance of justicia in the community.”

2. noun

A system of law or a court in the Roman Catholic Church.

“The justicia was responsible for mediating disputes within the community.”

3. feminine noun

In some countries, a female official who serves as an assistant or deputy to a mayor or other high-ranking government official.

“The justicia helped the mayor with administrative tasks.”

Synonyms

  • equity
  • fairness
  • justice

Antonyms

  • injustice
  • unfairness