Judgment or Judgement
Judgment or Judgement spelling: both are correct, but used in different regions and contexts.
🇺🇸US
Judgment
"Judgment" is the standard spelling in American English and in legal contexts worldwide.
🇬🇧UK
Judgement
"Judgement" is the standard spelling in British English (except in legal contexts, where "judgment" is used).
Definition
Judgment/Judgement (noun): The ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions; a decision of a court or judge; the capacity to assess situations or circumstances.
Examples:
- She showed good judgment in the situation.
- The court issued its judgment.
- His judgment was clouded by emotion.
Synonyms
Words with similar meanings to "judgment/judgement":
Nouns:
- Discernment
- Decision
- Ruling
- Verdict
- Assessment
Related Terms:
- Wisdom
- Prudence
- Discretion
- Evaluation
Note: "Judgment" is preferred in American English and in legal contexts. "Judgement" is more common in British English, except in law. Both are understood in both regions.
FAQ's
Is it judgment or judgement?
Both are correct: "judgment" (US, legal), "judgement" (UK, general). "Judgment" is always used in legal contexts.
How to pronounce judgment/judgement?
Both are pronounced /ˈdʒʌdʒmənt/ (JUJ-ment).
What does judgment/judgement mean?
The ability to make considered decisions; a decision of a court or judge; the capacity to assess situations or circumstances.