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Synonyms & Similar Words
assessing
evaluating
critiquing
analyzing
appraising
estimating
reviewing
examining
scrutinizing
weighing
considering
deciding
determining
pronouncing
sentencing
condemning
convicting
blaming
censuring
reproaching
chastising
admonishing
rebuking
reprimanding
castigating
disparaging
belittling
demeaning
deprecating
depreciating
derogating
Meaning of Judging
The primary meaning of "judging" is the act of forming an opinion or making a decision about someone or something after careful consideration.
Definitions
- To form an opinion or make a decision about someone or something after careful consideration
- * To regard or consider something in a certain way
- * To declare or pronounce someone or something to be guilty or deserving of a particular sentence or punishment
Etymology of Judging
The word "judging" originates from the Old French word "jugier," which means "to judge" or "to try," and is derived from the Latin word "judicere," meaning "to judge" or "to try," which is a combination of "jus," meaning "law," and "dicere," meaning "to say"
Historically, the word "judging" has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the act of forming an opinion or making a decision about someone or something
Example Uses
- The judge was judging the contestants' performances based on their technique and creativity
- * She was judging him based on his appearance and demeanor
- * The committee was judging the proposals and would announce the winner soon
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
accepting
approving
endorsing
sanctioning
allowing
permitting
tolerating
excusing
justifying
vindicating
absolving
acquitting
exonerating
praising
commending
complimenting
flattering
applauding
cheering
supporting
encouraging
promoting
advocating