judgements

judg·ment

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Definitions of judgements word

noun judgements an act or instance of judging. 1
noun judgements the ability to judge, make a decision, or form an opinion objectively, authoritatively, and wisely, especially in matters affecting action; good sense; discretion: a man of sound judgment. 1
noun judgements the demonstration or exercise of such ability or capacity: The major was decorated for the judgment he showed under fire. 1
noun judgements the forming of an opinion, estimate, notion, or conclusion, as from circumstances presented to the mind: Our judgment as to the cause of his failure must rest on the evidence. 1
noun judgements the opinion formed: He regretted his hasty judgment. 1
noun judgements Law. a judicial decision given by a judge or court. the obligation, especially a debt, arising from a judicial decision. the certificate embodying such a decision and issued against the obligor, especially a debtor. 1

before 1250

One of the 11% oldest English words

1250-1300; Middle English jug(g)ement < Old French jugement, equivalent to juge- (stem of jugier to judge) + -ment -ment

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 94% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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