judgement — the ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdʒʌdʒmənt/
Example Sentences
- His judgement was clouded by too much coffee and too little sleep.
- The teacher's judgement on the essay was harsh but fair.
- She questioned her judgement after buying 20 bags of chips on sale.
judgement
NOUN[/ˈdʒʌdʒmənt/]
the ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions
Good judgement helped the pilot land the plane safely during the storm.
His good judgement solved the difficult problem. (👨⚖️ Judge + 🧠 Decision → Judgement)
Good judgement led to the right movement and a great achievement.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'judicare' (to judge, to decide), which entered English through Old French during the medieval period. It originally denoted the formal decision or verdict rendered by a judge in a court of law.
Breakdown
judic- (from Latin judicare, meaning to judge or decide) + -ment (a suffix forming nouns indicating result or action), literally 'the result of judging'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His judgement was clouded by too much coffee and too little sleep.”
“The teacher's judgement on the essay was harsh but fair.”
“She questioned her judgement after buying 20 bags of chips on sale.”
“The final judgement will be announced next week.”
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