judgement
UK/'dʒʌdʒm(ə)nt/US/'dʒʌdʒmәnt/
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Definitions
n.
The ability to make sensible decisions
判断力，识别力
n.
An opinion formed after careful thought
看法，评判
n.
An official decision given by a court
（法庭）判决
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedjudgelaw, right, oath, justice
+
-mentaction, result, state
=judgement
judge + -ment (result/state) = the result of judging. The three senses fan out from one act: the *capacity* to judge well (good judgement), the *opinion* produced (in my judgement), and the formal *ruling* of a court (the court's judgement).
Usage Guide
Spelling: judgement (with the middle 'e') is standard British; judgment (no middle 'e') is standard American and also used in legal English worldwide. Both are correct — pick one and be consistent.
Example Sentences
- 1.
She has excellent judgement when it comes to hiring people.
- 2.
In my judgement, the plan is too risky.
- 3.
The court will deliver its judgement next week.