prejudged

Definition of prejudgednext
past tense of prejudge
as in predicted
to form an opinion about (someone or something) before you have enough understanding or knowledge Officials complain that some reporters have prejudged the outcome of the investigation. She was wrong for prejudging him.

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  • Across a wide range of populations — including Ivy League undergraduates, West Point Military Academy cadets and participants in the National Spelling Bee — grit consistently predicted achievement above and beyond IQ and talent.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
  • Bidding was more cautious than some specialists had predicted, with only two bidders competing.
    Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 20 May 2026
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  • As a result, roles that require more specialized skills, niche certifications, technical expertise or substantial experience can remain open for much longer than anticipated, putting extra pressure on existing staff and slowing growth plans.
    Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 19 May 2026
  • Looking at the data of El Niños, strong ones, like the one anticipated to form, come with more high tide flooding.
    Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 19 May 2026
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“Prejudged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prejudged. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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