de jure
The term "de jure" originates from Latin, meaning 'by law' or 'by right,' and is often contrasted with 'de facto,' which refers to actual situations regardless of legal recognition.
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Definition
C1Legal
(formal)Existing or recognized by law, regardless of whether it is true in practice.
Example
- The de jure government is the one that is legally recognized, even if another group holds actual power.
C1Political
(formal)Holding a position or status by legal right.
Example
- Despite the de jure leader being in exile, they are still considered the legitimate head of state.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "de jure":