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/ˈvɜːr.dɪkt/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A decision or judgment, especially in a legal context, rendered by a jury or judge.
The jury reached a unanimous verdict of not guilty.
An opinion or judgment about something.
The critic's verdict on the movie was overwhelmingly positive.
A formal decision made by a judge or jury in a court of law.
After hours of deliberation, the verdict was finally announced in the courtroom.
Etymology
From Anglo-French 'verdict', from Latin 'veredictum', meaning 'to say the truth'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
final verdict
The last decision or conclusion reached after consideration.
verdict of history
A judgment made retrospectively about past events or figures.
render a verdict
To deliver or announce a decision by a jury or judge.
Related Words
judge
An official who presides over court proceedings.
jury
A group of people sworn to render a verdict based on evidence presented.
trial
A legal process in which evidence is presented to determine the outcome of a case.
Slang Meanings
The final decision or outcome.
The verdict is in, and it's game over for those plans.