Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

statutory

[stach-oo-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee] / ˈstætʃ ʊˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i /
ADJECTIVE
sanctioned
Synonyms
Antonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

For those who believe that statutory text means what it says, it is worth pausing on that last phrase.

From Slate • May 14, 2026

The first minister thanked him and made clear his commitment to tackle the cost of living, including through a statutory cap on the price of essential grocery items in large supermarkets.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

The company has remained diligent following a significant operational recovery in 2025, delivering a statutory profit and progress toward operational targets, Hussain says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

“Any sentence, however, would be determined at the discretion of the court after consideration of any applicable statutory factors and the federal sentencing guidelines, which take into account a number of variables,” prosecutors said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

At thirty-five he had just been unwillingly evicted from the Youth League, and before graduating into the Youth League he had managed to stay on in the Spies for a year beyond the statutory age.

From "1984" by George Orwell




Vocabulary lists containing statutory


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "statutory" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com