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magistracy Synonyms
Another word for magistracy
Choosing another word for magistracy depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The office, dignity, function, or authority of a magistrate.
Usage Example
"During the Roman Republic, the highest regular magistrateship was the consulship, held jointly by two elected officials."
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magistrateship
magistrature
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judgeship
• noun (Context 2)
The collective body of magistrates in a state, country, or jurisdiction.
Usage Example
"Reforms introduced in the nineteenth century sought to professionalize the local magistrature and ensure impartial justice."
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magistrature
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judiciary
bench
• noun (Context 3)
A territorial district or division under the jurisdiction of a magistrate.
Usage Example
"The colonial administration divided the frontier province into several smaller magistracies to improve civil governance."
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jurisdiction
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Magistracy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/magistracy