To is to formally declare or pronounce a decision, typically in a judicial or legal context. It can also mean to deem or consider something to be true based on available facts. Core Meanings
: To grant something legally or judicially (e.g., "The estate was adjudged to the rightful heir"). adjudge
: To think or judge something to be a certain way (e.g., "The plan was adjudged a success"). Usage Examples Legal : "He was adjudged guilty of the crime." To is to formally declare or pronounce a