definition of the word accusatorial

From Latin accusatorius + -al

accusatorial (comparative more accusatorial, superlative most accusatorial)

1. Containing or implying accusation.
2. (law) Of or pertaining to the system of a public trial in which the facts are ascertained by the judge or jury from evidence presented by the prosecution and the defence.

• inquisitorial

• accusatorially

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