Magistrature (Noun)
Meaning
The position of magistrate.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The chief magistrate was sworn in at a public ceremony, marking the beginning of a new era in local government.
- In some jurisdictions, the magistrature is a career path that requires years of study and experience.
- Her elevation to the magistrature was a surprise to many, given her relatively short time in practice.
- The ancient Greeks believed that the magistrature was a sacred trust, bestowed upon those who were wise and just.
- As a young lawyer, he had always dreamed of ascending to the magistrature and serving as a judge.