Synonyms for
Judge
Definition
A judge is a public official appointed to decide cases in a law court.
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Common collocations
- judge a competition
- judge a case
- judge harshly
- judge fairly
- judge by appearances
- judge the situation
- judge the evidence
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Usage note
When used as a verb, 'judge' often implies making a decision or forming an opinion based on available information. Be mindful of the connotation; 'judge' can sometimes carry a negative implication of being overly critical.
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Example sentences
- The judge sentenced the criminal to ten years in prison.
- The contestants waited nervously for the judges decision.
- Its important for a judge to be fair and impartial.
- The judge presided over the trial.
- She has been a judge for over twenty years.