The right, power or authority to interpret and apply the law; territory where authority is exercised (noun)
Looking for the answer to the USA Today Rootonym clue “The right, power or authority to interpret and apply the law; territory where authority is exercised (noun)”? The solution is JURISDICTION, a 12-letter word built on the root JUR (“law, right”). It appeared in the June 24, 2026 (Wednesday) USA Today Rootonym. See the full puzzle for that day's other words.
In a sentence
The sheriff has JURISDICTION to detain and, if necessary, arrest alleged criminals.
About this clue
The Rootonym clue “The right, power or authority to interpret and apply the law; territory where authority is exercised (noun)” has the answer JURISDICTION (12 letters), built on the root JUR, which means “law, right”. Browse the full June 24, 2026 Rootonym puzzle for the other three words, or see all Rootonym answers.