1 adjudicate (a matter).
2 (often foll. by that + clause, or to + infin.) pronounce judicially.
3 (foll. by to) award judicially.
4 archaic condemn.
Derivatives:
adjudgement n. (also adjudgment).
Etymology: ME f. OF ajuger f. L adjudicare: see ADJUDICATE
Useful english dictionary. 2012.