PRECEDENTS
(noun, adj.sat, verb)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Precedents.
Precedents - as a noun
An example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
case in point(civil law) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
case lawA system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws
Example: "Common law originated in the unwritten laws of england and was later applied in the united states"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
case lawA subject mentioned earlier (preceding in time)
Precedents - as an adjective satellite
Preceding in time, order, or significance
Precedents - as a verb
To provide precedents for.
To be a precedent for.
Example Sentences
"There are no legal precedents for this type of case."
"The court relied on previous precedents to make their decision."
"The politician's actions went against the precedents set by previous leaders."
"The judge ruled in favor of the plaintiff based on similar precedents."
"The company followed industry precedents when designing their new product."
Word Game Points
Is PRECEDENTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, precedents is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PRECEDENTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is PRECEDENTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, precedents is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPRECEDENTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is PRECEDENTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, precedents is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPRECEDENTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
