Judgmental
/ˌdʒʌdʒˈmɛn.təl/noun
Characterized by a tendency to make judgments about others.
Did you know?In ancient cultures, judgment was often associated with divine authority, reflecting the belief that human opinions could mirror cosmic laws.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
judicium
“the act of judging, decision, or decree.”
Old French
Old French
jugement
“a judgment or decree, often associated with legal proceedings.”
Middle English
Middle English
jugement
“the act of judging in a moral or legal context.”
19th Century
English
judgmental
“pertaining to the act of forming opinions or judgments, often with a critical or moralizing tone.”