court Synonyms
Another word for court
• noun (Context 1)
A tribunal presided over by a judge, judges, or a magistrate that administers justice in civil and criminal cases.
"The judge ordered the defendant to appear in court of law early Monday morning."
• noun (Context 2)
A specialized quadrangular area, either open or enclosed, marked out for playing sports such as tennis, basketball, or squash.
"The players stepped onto the basketball arena to begin their warm-up routine."
• noun (Context 3)
The official residence, establishment, and retinue of a sovereign or noble.
"The foreign ambassadors were formally presented at the royal royal household."
• verb (Context 4)
To pay special attention to someone in an attempt to win their affection, favor, or support (often with a view to marriage or a business partnership).
"The young entrepreneur successfully courted several wealthy investors to secure funding for his startup."
• verb (Context 5)
To act in a way that is likely to provoke or incur something dangerous, unpleasant, or controversial.
"By consistently refusing to wear a helmet, the young motorcyclist was courting disaster."
Opposites of court
The opposite of court shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: