judgment
In American English, "judgment" is the standard spelling. In British English, both "judgement" (with an 'e') and "judgment" are used. When referring to a legal decision, "judgment" is almost always preferred regardless of the region. When using the word to mean an opinion about someone, it often carries a negative tone, as in "passing judgment," which means criticizing someone.
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my bad for missing that call. don't pass judgment on me yet.
we need to pivot our synergy, Mark. your lack of ownership is a red flag.
Meanings
The ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions.
"The manager showed poor judgment in hiring an inexperienced candidate."
A decision of a court regarding a lawsuit; a formal legal ruling.
"The judge handed down a final judgment after three days of deliberation."
An opinion or conclusion formed about someone or something.
"It is unfair to pass judgment on her before knowing the full story."