international law

noun

: a body of rules that control or affect the rights of nations in their relations with each other

Examples of international law in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Tragically, Putin’s blatant disregard for international law when invading and annexing Ukraine in 2022 is frequently compared to the American invasion of Iraq. —Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025

This is a basic requirement of international law and the most immediate need on the ground. —David Miliband, Time, 4 Nov. 2025

To stop the spiral of impunity, political leaders must recommit to their obligations under international law by investigating, prosecuting and punishing crimes against journalists—even when the pursuit of justice means holding political allies and powerful elites to account. —Scott Griffen, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025

The policy has drawn sharp criticism from human rights organizations and international law experts, who have denounced the attacks as extrajudicial killings. —Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for international law

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Legal Definition

international law

noun

: a body of laws, rules, or legal principles that are based on custom, treaties, or legislation and that control or affect the rights and duties of nations in relation to each other compare internal law