Centumvirate is an archaic term indicating a board of a hundred judges in ancient Rome. There are several synonymous words to the term such as "centumviri," "centuriones," and "centuria." Other synonyms include "hundred" or "century," which also imply a group of a hundred people. The words "council" or "committee" could also be used to describe a group of individuals convened for the purpose of making decisions or providing advice. Lastly, "tribunal" and "court" are synonymous terms which imply a legal body with authority over certain matters. All these synonyms for centumvirate are used interchangeably to best describe a group of individuals appointed to a task that requires their collective input and expertise.