judging from — based on something as evidence; considering something as a basis for judgment
Part of speech: PREPOSITION
Definition: based on something as evidence; considering something as a basis for judgment
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdʒʌdʒɪŋ frʌm/
Example Sentences
- Judging from the empty pizza boxes, the party was a success.
- Judging from her smile, she passed the exam.
- Judging from the noise upstairs, my neighbor is learning to tap dance.
judging from
PREPOSITION[/ˈdʒʌdʒɪŋ frʌm/]
based on something as evidence; considering something as a basis for judgment
a veterinarian carefully examines a golden retriever's ears with a small flashlight while holding examination tools. She observes the dog's symptoms including red irritated skin and the pet's uncomfortable head shaking. Based on what she sees during the examination, she reaches for specific ear medication from the nearby shelf. Her confident expression shows she has identified the problem from the clear signs. A concerned pet owner watches nearby as the vet explains her findings through gestures. making a judgment based on observed evidence as a basis for determining the right treatment
Judging from his grudging stance, he's slowly budging!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The phrase combines judge, derived from Latin judicare (to judge, decide), and from, originating from Old English fram (away from, forward). Together, the expression etymologically conveys making a determination based on observable evidence or a specific point of reference, much like a judge rendering a verdict from presented facts.
Breakdown
judge (from Latin judicare, to judge) + -ing (present participle suffix) + from (Old English fram, meaning away from or based on). The morphological structure expresses the act of forming a judgment proceeding from or based upon something.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Judging from the empty pizza boxes, the party was a success.”
“Judging from her smile, she passed the exam.”
“Judging from the noise upstairs, my neighbor is learning to tap dance.”
“Judging from the sales report, we need a new marketing strategy.”
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