Jurisdiction

Synonyms of jurisdiction

• power
• authority
• control

Antonyms of jurisdiction

• submission
• powerlessness
• subordination

Collocations of jurisdiction

legal jurisdiction

Frequency: 80 %

The case fell under the legal jurisdiction of the federal court.

jurisdictional authority

Frequency: 70 %

The jurisdictional authority of the police extends to all areas within the city limits.

territorial jurisdiction

Frequency: 60 %

The territorial jurisdiction of the park rangers includes all national parks in the state.

exclusive jurisdiction

Frequency: 50 %

The federal court has exclusive jurisdiction over cases involving copyright infringement.

jurisdictional boundaries

Frequency: 45 %

The jurisdictional boundaries between the two counties are clearly defined.

Idiomatic Expressions for jurisdiction

• Phrase: jurisdiction over
  Meaning: legal authority over a particular area or subject
  Usage: The court has jurisdiction over cases involving property disputes.