How to Pronounce "activist judge"
expression
AK-tuh-vist JUHJ
AK-tiv-ist JUHJ
Definition
A judge who is seen as using their decisions to promote social or political change, rather than strictly interpreting the law. Often used as a critical term, suggesting the judge goes beyond their legal role.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæktəvəst/, /ˈæktɪvɪst/ /ˈdʒədʒ
British English
ˈæktɪvˌɪst/ /dʒˈʌdʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AK-tuh-vist JUHJ
UK
AK-tiv-ist JUHJ
Listen in Context
Some people call her an activist judge because of her decisions.
The label activist judge is often used in political arguments.
He denied being an activist judge when asked by the media.
Critics claim the court is full of activist judges pushing their own agendas.