Dispute Resolution Terms

adjective relating to or involving judgment or adjudication

• The adjudicative process in court involves a thorough examination of evidence and legal arguments.
• The judge's decision-making during the trial is part of the adjudicative process.
• I heard that the adjudicative procedures can be quite complex and lengthy.
• In a way, life itself can be seen as an ongoing adjudicative process of making choices and facing consequences.

adjective relating to or having the power to make decisions or judgments, especially in a legal context

• The adjudicatory process is crucial in resolving legal disputes.
• The adjudicatory hearing will determine who is at fault.
• I heard the adjudicatory meeting got pretty heated.
• Her mind was like an adjudicatory panel, carefully weighing all the options before making a decision.

verb to stipulate or specify something in addition to what has already been stated or agreed upon

• The contract adstipulates that all payments must be made within 30 days of receipt of invoice.
• I adstipulated that we meet at the coffee shop for our weekly catch-up.
• I adstipulated that we hit up the club for a night out.
• Her actions adstipulate a lack of respect for authority.