Judge — synonyms, definition

1. judge (Noun)

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judge (Noun) — A public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice. ex. "The judge tried both father and son in separate trials"

judge (Noun) — An authority who is able to estimate worth or quality.

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2. judge (Verb)

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judge (Verb) — Form a critical opinion of. ex. "I cannot judge some works of modern art"

judge (Verb) — Determine the result of (a competition). ex. "Hollywood stars to judge short films contest"

judge (Verb) — Form an estimate of (quantities or time). ex. "I judge this chicken to weigh three pounds"

judge (Verb) — Officially declare a judgment on someone. ex. "They judged him unfit to work here"

judge (Verb) — Hear a case and sit as the judge at a trial or hearing.

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