NONJUDGMENTAL Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

nonjudgmental

adjective

Definition of nonjudgmental

as in open

tending not to judge other people harshly or unfairly A good friend is nonjudgmental.

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Recent Examples of nonjudgmental In that vacuum, an always-available chatbot that sounds calm, attentive, and nonjudgmental can feel less like a novelty than a lifeline. — Ryan McBain, STAT, 2 July 2026 Start by talking with her, prioritizing listening and a nonjudgmental position. — R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 2 June 2026 Parents and educators can help by starting nonjudgmental conversations about what teens are seeing online. — Leeann Weintraub, Oc Register, 27 May 2026 But presenting critical information about drugs in a nonjudgmental tone opens the door for trust building with kids and ultimately empowers them to make more informed choices, supporters say. — Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 3 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for nonjudgmental

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Adjective

Not only did the limited library cards and shirts go fast, the whole rotunda reached legal capacity in just 20 minutes post-doors open time.

— Caden Perry, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2026
The investigation into Lucas had been open since the Biden administration, the New York Times previously reported.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of open

Adjective

The Turkish government maintains that the justice system is impartial and independent.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Unlike human will, which can be self-serving, dominating, unjustly conditional, or confusingly unfair, God’s will is wise, loving, free, impartial, and infinitely insightful.

— The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of impartial

Adjective

The survivors will be sent to a breeding program with a goal of growing the genetic diversity of disease-tolerant elm trees.

— ABC News, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026
American elms once defined New England streetscapes and floodplains; researchers say restoring disease-tolerant trees could bolster climate resilience by soaking up floodwaters and stabilizing vulnerable river systems.

— Amanda Swinhart, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of tolerant

Adjective

The new low-profile slip-on comes in a handful of easygoing neutral hues in soft suede.

— Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 2 Sep. 2026
Beers from every corner of the globe snagged World’s Best titles in categories that run the gamut—from classic pilsners and hearty bocks to dark-as-night schwarzbier, easygoing helles and even light lagers.

— Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of easygoing

Adjective

Lawyers say that judges who are more receptive to habeas relief often issue decisions relatively quickly.

— Carla Astudillo, ProPublica, 3 Sep. 2026
Hot, dry and occasionally windy weather has left grasses and other vegetation highly receptive to fire, allowing flames to spread quickly.

— Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of receptive

Adjective

Since then, the Big Ten has appointed a neutral clock operator, instead of one appointed by the home team.

— Austin Meek, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Winfrey has a more subdued take on footwear, her choices consisting of neutral tones with the occasional leopard or snakeskin.

— Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of neutral

Adjective

Expect to see a calm and composed figure in the heart of defence alongside Virgil van Dijk this season; and if Liverpool begin motoring towards the top positions, Jacquet will surely be a big part of it.

— David Ornstein, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Last week, 200 officers from the National Crime Agency and other forces were drafted in to calm tensions.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of calm

Adjective

This riveting two-part docuseries preceded the fictional take seen in The Girl From Plainville, taking an unprejudiced and empathetic approach when exploring the complex case, presenting all the facts without vilifying one individual.

— James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 June 2026
Bheem’s courtship of the governor’s unprejudiced niece (a charming Oliva Morris), which provides some comic relief, not that anything in the film is really meant to be taken seriously.

— Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Nov. 2022

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