ruling
2 antonyms for ruling — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun — An official decision made by a judge or other authority on a legal or procedural question.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
An official decision made by a judge or other authority on a legal or procedural question.
“The judge issued a ruling in favor of the defendant.”
2. adj
Currently in power or exercising the most control or influence.
“The ruling party promised tax reforms before the election.”
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Antonyms
How to use ruling
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
issue a ruling
ruling party
court ruling
Etymology
Formed from rule plus the -ing ending.
Full origin of ruling →Frequently asked questions
What does “ruling” mean?
The word “ruling” means an official decision made by a judge or other authority on a legal or procedural question. In plain terms, an official legal decision, or (as an adjective) currently in charge.
How do you pronounce “ruling”?
“Ruling” is pronounced ROO-lihng (/ˈɹuːlɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “ruling” in a sentence?
Here is “ruling” used in a sentence: “The judge issued a ruling in favor of the defendant.”
What part of speech is “ruling”?
Depending on how it is used, “ruling” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “ruling” a common word?
“Ruling” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ruling” have?
“Ruling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an official decision made by a judge or other authority on a legal or procedural question.
What is the difference between a "ruling" and a "verdict"?
A ruling is an official decision made by a judge on a legal or procedural question, such as whether a piece of evidence is admissible. A verdict is the formal finding on the ultimate issue of a case, typically the decision of a jury on guilt or liability. Judges issue rulings throughout a trial, while a verdict comes at the end.
What is the difference between a "ruling" and a "judgment" in law?
A ruling is a decision on a specific point, motion, or procedural question, while a judgment is the court's final, binding decision that resolves the case as a whole. A single case may involve many rulings but usually ends in one judgment.
What verbs are commonly used with "ruling"?
Judges "hand down," "issue," or "make" a ruling, and a higher court may "uphold," "overturn," or "reverse" it. These collocations all draw on the noun sense of an official legal decision.
