Writ(noun)
A formal written order issued by a court or other legal authority commanding a person to do or not do something.
Hindi meaning:न्यायालय का आदेश-पत्र / अधिपत्र
Synonyms: Decree, Mandate, Injunction, Summons
Antonyms: Revocation, Repeal, Cancellation, Withdrawal
Example: The court issued a writ of habeas corpus to ensure the detained person was brought before the judge.
Trick to remember: Writ sounds like written — a writ is a written command from the court.
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