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Definition of judgment - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
decision-makingUS ability to make considered decisionsUS
- Her judgment in handling complex issues is admirable..
2.
reasoned viewUS opinion or conclusion about somethingUS
- His judgment of the film was largely positive..
3.
legalTECH. US final decision by a courtTECH. US
- The judgment in the case was delivered after months of deliberation..
Expressions with judgment
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decision made without clear rules using personal judgment or instinct
It was a judgment call to cancel the game.
delay making a decision or opinion
I will reserve judgment until I have all the facts.
make someone unable to think clearly
His emotions clouded his judgment during the meeting.
influence someone's decision negatively
His personal feelings clouded his judgment on the matter.
influence someone's opinion or decision
His past experiences color his judgment on the matter.
quick decision without enough thought or information
His rush to judgment led to a wrong conclusion.
acting despite knowing it's unwise
She went out with him against better judgment.
contrary to what one really feels
He apologized against his better judgment.
assume the role of a critic or evaluator
She tends to sit in judgment of her friends' choices.
decide based on personal opinion when rules are unclear
Sometimes you have to make a judgment call at work.
make a wrong decision or judgment
She made an error of judgment in trusting him.
decision made by an individual
The manager's personal judgment influenced the final outcome of the project.
ability to make sensible decisions
Her sound judgment helped the team avoid a costly mistake.
according to someone's opinion or belief
In her judgment, the plan was flawed.
temporary mistake in decision-making or reasoning
His lapse of judgment cost him the promotion.
form an opinion about someone's actions
The jury will pass judgment on the defendant's actions.
doubtful or uncertain decision-making ability
His questionable judgment led to many poor business choices.
quick decision made without much thought
He made a snap judgment about the new policy.
negative opinion highlighting faults or shortcomings
The committee gave an unfavorable judgment on the proposal.
decision based on comparing alternatives
Her comparative judgment led her to choose the cheaper option.
give a conclusive opinion or verdict
The committee will pass final judgment on the project next week.
give a formal decision in a legal case
The court will render a judgment next week.
official decision given by a court or judge
The judgment handed down was in favor of the defendant.
to express a strong opinion or conclusion
She was quick to pronounce judgment on his actions.
Origin of judgment
Old French, jugement (judgment)
Terms with judgment included in their meaning
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correctness
be correct in judgment or statement
judgment
conclusion or resolution reached after consideration
choice
the act of making a choice or judgment
general error
error or fault in action, calculation, opinion, or judgment
beliefs
personal belief or judgment not based on proof
mistake
to make an error in judgment or choice
belief
according to one's belief or judgment
error
commit an error in judgment or decision
judgment
expression of disapproval or censure
decision-making
make a judgment after careful thought
stupid
lacking intelligence or good judgment
poor judgment
person with poor judgment or little intelligence
unwise or absurd
showing poor judgment or being ridiculous or laughable
opinion
judgment, opinion, or view
decision-making
wrong decision due to bad judgment
fairness
fair and sensible in judgment or action
judgment
having good judgment in decision-making
wisdom
practical intelligence or judgment
behavior
showing good judgment or practical ideas
belief
believe in someone's judgment or advice
wisdom
showing good judgment and experience
judgment
outer looks are less important than inner qualities
style
poor judgment in style or aesthetics
judgment
act with good judgment
Examples of judgment in a sentence
Good judgment is essential for a leader. Her judgment on the matter was final. The critic's judgment was harsh but fair. The judgment was appealed to a higher court. His lawyer awaited the final judgment anxiously.
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- French:jugement, avis, ...
- German:Urteilsvermögen, Urteil, ...
- Italian:giudizio, opinione, ...
- Spanish:criterio, opinión, ...
- Portuguese:julgamento, opinião, ...
- Chinese:判断力, 评价, ...
- Japanese:判断力, 評価, ...
- Arabic:حكمة, رأي, ...
- Hebrew:שִׁיקוּל דַּעַת, הַעֲרָכָה, ...
- Russian:суждение, мнение, ...
- Ukrainian:судження, оцінка, ...
- Hindi:विवेक, राय, ...
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