peremptory

Meanings

• adjective

  given in an authoritative or imperious manner; not open to question or debate

• noun

  a challenge or objection made without giving reasons; a peremptory challenge

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Pronunciation

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Synonyms

absolute , conclusive , decisive , final , positive

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with peremptory
peremptive , imperative

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Variants

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peremptorily , peremptoriness , peremptorinesses , peremptory , peremptory challenge , peremptory challenges

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Etymology

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from Latin peremptorius, peremptus ‘having finished, ended, completed’

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Trivia

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1. The number of peremptory challenges available to each side in a trial varies by jurisdiction and type of case.

2. In some cases, parties may be granted additional peremptory challenges based on specific circumstances, such as a large jury pool or a complex case.

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Related Concepts

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1. challenge for cause: A challenge for cause is a challenge made by a party to disqualify a juror based on specific information about the juror's background or qualifications. Unlike a peremptory challenge, a challenge for cause must be based on a valid reason.

2. voir dire: Voir dire is the process of questioning prospective jurors individually or as a group to determine their qualifications and suitability for the case. This process allows parties to use peremptory challenges to exclude jurors without cause.

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Culture

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In legal context, a peremptory challenge is a challenge made by a party to exclude a juror without cause being shown. This is a right granted to each side in a jury trial in many jurisdictions.

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