also: デジュリ
noun-modifying (irregular)
de jure; by law; legally recognized
Used in contrast with デファクト (de facto) to describe a situation that is legally or officially recognized, even if the reality differs. Often appears in political, legal, or technical contexts.
See also: デファクト
In that country, the de jure capital and the de facto capital are different.
Even though there is a de jure right, it cannot be exercised in practice.
Rare variant with interpunct and リ ending.
Borrowed from English 'de jure', ultimately from Latin 'de iure' meaning 'by law'.