judgments

word · lemma: judgment

Definition

Decisions or opinions formed after considering information, often about people, situations, or actions. 'Judgments' can also refer to official legal decisions from a court.

Usage & Nuances

'Judgments' is used in both everyday and legal contexts. Common collocations: 'make judgments', 'pass judgments', 'snap judgments'. Note British spelling: 'judgement' (non-legal contexts), but in US English 'judgment' is standard.

Example Sentences

Making fair judgments is important when working with others.

basic

The teacher gave her judgments on each student's project.

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Court judgments are final and must be followed.

basic

Try not to let negative judgments from others affect your self-confidence.

natural

Sometimes people make quick judgments without knowing the whole story.

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Her judgments about art are always interesting to hear.

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