Definition
A legal system where two opposing parties present their cases to a neutral judge or jury, who decides based on the evidence presented. It's basically 'let the best lawyer win.'
Example Usage
In an adversarial system, each side is responsible for developing and presenting their own evidence.
Origin
From Latin 'adversarius' meaning 'opponent' or 'enemy'
Fun Fact
Most English-speaking countries use adversarial systems, while many European countries use inquisitorial systems where the judge takes a more active role.
Source: Comparative legal systems and legal theory
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