appellate
adjective/əˈpɛlɪt/
Frequency rank: #9,121 most common English word
Meaning
Relating to the process of appealing a legal decision to a higher court.
Example sentence
The lawyer decided to bring the case before appellate court, hoping for a different outcome.
Synonyms & related words
- appeals
- reviewing
- higher
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