What is another word for judicial execution?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒuːdˈɪʃə͡l ˌɛksɪkjˈuːʃən] (IPA) 
Judicial execution refers to the lawful infliction of death upon a person by a court or government in response to a crime committed by the individual. Synonyms for judicial execution include capital punishment, death penalty, lawful killing, state execution, and execution by law. There are also other euphemistic terms used to refer to this practice such as putting to death, taking someone's life, and administering the ultimate penalty. Controversies and debates around the use of judicial execution continue to divide public opinion, with arguments around morality, deterrence, and efficacy offered on both sides of the debate.
