judgmental

[juhj-men-tl] / dʒʌdʒˈmɛn tl /

ADJECTIVE

arbitrary

Synonyms

STRONGEST

subjective

WEAK

approximate capricious discretionary erratic fanciful frivolous inconsistent injudicious irrational irresponsible offhand optional personal random supercilious superficial unaccountable unreasonable unscientific wayward willful

Example Sentences

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Netta Weinstein of Reading University said people should avoid becoming too judgmental about their directionless phone use - with scrolling providing relaxtion, distraction, humour or connection for some.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The opposite of that is to be judgmental.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

I ask this not because I’m being nosy or judgmental, but because it matters for what you do next with the funds.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

Yes, the full-size blender can feel like a production — heavy, loud, vaguely judgmental when left unwashed in the sink.

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026

I knew he was trying not to be judgmental.

From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi

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