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- [joo-dish-uh s]
- /dʒuˈdɪʃ əs/
- /dʒuːˈdɪʃ.əs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [joo-dish-uh s]
- /dʒuˈdɪʃ əs/
Definitions of judicious word
- adjective judicious using or showing judgment as to action or practical expediency; discreet, prudent, or politic: judicious use of one's money. 1
- adjective judicious having, exercising, or characterized by good or discriminating judgment; wise, sensible, or well-advised: a judicious selection of documents. 1
- noun judicious Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense. 1
- adjective judicious wise 1
- adjective judicious If you describe an action or decision as judicious, you approve of it because you think that it shows good judgment and sense. 0
- adjective judicious having or proceeding from good judgment 0
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Origin of judicious
First appearance:
before 1590 One of the 37% oldest English words
1590-1600; < Latin jūdici(um) judgment (see judge, -ium) + -ous; compare Italian giudizioso, French judicieux
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Parts of speech for Judicious
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judicious popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for judicious
adjective judicious
- sensible — having, using, or showing good sense or sound judgment: a sensible young woman.
- wise — having the power of discerning and judging properly as to what is true or right; possessing discernment, judgment, or discretion.
- careful — If you are careful, you give serious attention to what you are doing, in order to avoid harm, damage, or mistakes. If you are careful to do something, you make sure that you do it.
- shrewd — astute or sharp in practical matters: a shrewd politician.
- astute — If you describe someone as astute, you think they show an understanding of behaviour and situations, and are skilful at using this knowledge to their own advantage.
Antonyms for judicious
adjective judicious
- foolish — resulting from or showing a lack of sense; ill-considered; unwise: a foolish action, a foolish speech.
- careless — If you are careless, you do not pay enough attention to what you are doing, and so you make mistakes, or cause harm or damage.
- ignorant — lacking in knowledge or training; unlearned: an ignorant man.
- imprudent — not prudent; lacking discretion; incautious; rash.
- inattentive — not attentive; negligent.
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