pre-judge
|pre-judge|
B2
/priːˈdʒʌdʒ/
(prejudge)
premature judgment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'prejudge' originates from the Latin word 'praejudicare,' where 'prae-' meant 'before' and 'judicare' meant 'to judge.'
Historical Evolution
'praejudicare' transformed into the Old French word 'prejugier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'prejudge.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to judge beforehand,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to form a judgment on an issue or person before having adequate knowledge or facts.
It's unfair to prejudge someone based on their appearance.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42