Synonyms of benches

benches

noun

plural of bench

1

as in judges

a public official having authority to decide questions of law

appealed to the bench for leniency

Synonyms & Similar Words

• judges
• courts
• magistrates
• justices
• jurists
• adjudicators
• beaks
• circuit judges
• auditors
• squires
• chief justices
• justices of the peace
• masters
• jurisconsults
• jurisprudents

2

as in tribunals

an assembly of persons for the administration of justice

a ruling from the bench is expected any day now

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tribunals
• courts
• courts of law
• judiciaries
• bars
• forums
• judicatories
• judicatures
• criminal courts
• high courts
• supreme courts
• kangaroo courts
• courts-martial
• inquisitions
• drumhead court-martials

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of benches

Like Wilson, Whyte observed life on the street like a National Geographic photographer does birds—watching as humans adapt to environmental conditions like benches, water, and sunlight. — Lila Allen, Architectural Digest, 18 Sep. 2026

In Judge Monica Neuman’s court, a toddler with braids walked in between the rows of benches and dropped milk on the carpet. — Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026

These seats provide great spots to take a rest, if needed, as do benches throughout the museum. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026

Carpenter said that around three acres of the property are in the floodplain, where there are plans for a private dog park and walking trails for residents only, along with park benches. — Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Sep. 2026

The problem is that those splash plays and big weeks usually happen on fantasy benches because Shaheed is far too hit-or-miss (or miss or miss) to be counted on as more than a desperation play. — Gary Davenport, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

There’s upside here long term, but standard redraft benches are too valuable in September to reserve one for a rookie receiver who may not return until well into October. — Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026

Poetry on board On a visit to one of the boat schools this summer, 27 students sat on benches and recited Bangla poetry with their teacher. — Ali Asif Shawon, NPR, 5 Sep. 2026

The Wood Chucks woodworking group has created benches and plant markers for the paths, among other projects. — Erickson Senior Living, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2026