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or judgements
1
as in rulings
a decision made by a court or tribunal regarding a case it has heard
the court will give its judgment in this case tomorrow morning
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2
as in decisions
a position arrived at after consideration
built her fortune by making intelligent judgments about the performance of stocks
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3
as in opinions
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
your judgment of the situation isn't a very good one
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4
as in assessments
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something
critical judgment on that new comedy has been overwhelmingly negative
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Recent Examples of judgments
In its brief, the state chamber argues that unpredictable monetary judgments against local governments could lead to widespread financial instability.
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Laura A. Bischoff, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Jan. 2026
According to electronic court documents, Cook was taken to court three times between 2014 and 2025, twice by Capital One and once by Portfolio Recovery Associates with judgments over $9,500.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2026
Yet the Canadian report relied largely on committee judgments rather than an independent systematic review, and amid the volley of support, criticisms, and reactions, the Canadian government still has not formally adopted the guidelines.
—Robert M. Kaplan, STAT, 1 Jan. 2026
The judgments of others aren't going to affect you and easy to brush off.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 25 Dec. 2025
The Court declined to take up the issue last month, in response to a request by former Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis, who hoped the Court would invalidate six-figure judgements against her and reverse Obergefell entirely.
—Samantha Riedel, Them., 22 Dec. 2025
The rule of law demands predictable rules, individualized judgments, and proportionate, objective measures, not sweeping changes that negatively impact the lives of thousands.
—Agustina Vergara Cid, Oc Register, 21 Dec. 2025
But judgements around further policy easing will become a closer call.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2025
The chatbot’s judgments, unlike those of a journalist, are conveyed through billions of mostly one-on-one exchanges.
—Vauhini Vara, The Atlantic, 8 Dec. 2025
Laura A. Bischoff, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Jan. 2026
According to electronic court documents, Cook was taken to court three times between 2014 and 2025, twice by Capital One and once by Portfolio Recovery Associates with judgments over $9,500.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2026
Yet the Canadian report relied largely on committee judgments rather than an independent systematic review, and amid the volley of support, criticisms, and reactions, the Canadian government still has not formally adopted the guidelines.
—Robert M. Kaplan, STAT, 1 Jan. 2026
The judgments of others aren't going to affect you and easy to brush off.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 25 Dec. 2025
The Court declined to take up the issue last month, in response to a request by former Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis, who hoped the Court would invalidate six-figure judgements against her and reverse Obergefell entirely.
—Samantha Riedel, Them., 22 Dec. 2025
The rule of law demands predictable rules, individualized judgments, and proportionate, objective measures, not sweeping changes that negatively impact the lives of thousands.
—Agustina Vergara Cid, Oc Register, 21 Dec. 2025
But judgements around further policy easing will become a closer call.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 18 Dec. 2025
The chatbot’s judgments, unlike those of a journalist, are conveyed through billions of mostly one-on-one exchanges.
—Vauhini Vara, The Atlantic, 8 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for judgments
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The township is arguing that state law regarding government employee protections against lawsuits conflicts with federal court rulings.—
Laura A. Bischoff,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Jan. 2026
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The appellate panel denied the Oppermans’ appeal, making some important rulings that provide guidance to all California HOAs.—
Kelly G. Richardson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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GCCs today manage key functions that directly influence decisions, revenue and customer experience.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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The decisions that have been made.—
Reice Shipley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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The 'Sons of Anarchy' alum decided to go without the opinions of his critics — and his supporters.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Jan. 2026
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Americans are split about the capture of Maduro, with many still forming opinions, according to a poll conducted by the Washington Post and SSRS using text messages over the weekend.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Their official causes of death are still pending further assessments, including toxicology reports.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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The base fine for a speeding ticket in California starts at $35, but additional penalty assessments and court fees can push the total cost to nearly $500.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
4 Jan. 2026
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According to French law, the dissemination of representations of a pedopornographic nature via an electronic communications network is punishable by sentences of up to seven years imprisonment and a fine of 100,000 euros, or $115,500.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Nov. 2025
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And after spending the last five years co-hosting the hit podcast Fake Doctors, Real Friends, the pair has a unique way of finishing each other's sentences.—
Janine Rubenstein,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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But the Florida Supreme Court in 2017 ruled the new law was unconstitutional, saying jury verdicts needed to be unanimous.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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With more than $500 million recovered in verdicts and settlements, the firm continues to stand as a pillar of strength for clients facing life-changing injuries.—
Malana VanTyler,
Sacbee.com,
5 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Now, try marrying those beliefs and behaviors with someone else's.—
Annie Nova,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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Because of their biblical beliefs about Israel, Hummel said, evangelical backers, known as Christian Zionists, have become central to American support.—
Geoff Brumfiel,
NPR,
7 Nov. 2025
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Their job is to apply state law to their appraisals of real and business properties.—
Mercury News Editorial Board,
Mercury News,
20 Dec. 2025
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The appraisals, for the most part, have been taken off the table anyway.—
Jack Fink,
CBS News,
13 Dec. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Judgments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/judgments. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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