justiciary

/ˈdʒʌstɪˌkɛəri/; /ˈdʒʌstɪˌkjʊəri/

Definitions

1. noun

a person in authority, especially a judge or a high-ranking official in a system of justice.

“The justiciary played a crucial role in resolving the long-standing dispute.”

Synonyms

  • judge
  • magistrate

Antonyms

  • convict