Judge

usgb/dʒʌdʒ/
verb

To form an opinion or conclusion about something or someone.

The teacher judged the students' essays.
Visual representation of "judge" - To form an opinion or conclusion about something or someone.

Often appears as...

  • judge quickly
  • judge harshly
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Visual representation of "judge"
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Context Matters

The context can influence whether 'judge' implies quick, superficial assessment or a thoughtful conclusion.

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I shouldn't judge her choice without knowing the reasons.
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Avoid Snap Judgments

'Judge' often carries a negative connotation when decisions are made too quickly.

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Don't judge a book by its cover.
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Neutrality Implied

Using 'judge' can imply an attempt at neutrality or absence of bias.

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The committee judged all entries on merit alone.
Visual representation of the word "Judge"

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