The court of justice as represented by judges
“The judges found the defendant guilty and handed down a severe sentence.”
Panel that hears legal matter
Plural for a public official whose duty it is to administer the law
“The judge has adjourned the hearing until next week.”
Plural for a person who evaluates something or forms an opinion
“He made a name for himself as a self-styled judge of what was, and wasn't, fashionable.”
Plural for a person who decides the results of a competition
“The judge of this debate will determine the winner.”
To make an estimate
“Based on the clumsy and unrefined brush strokes, I would judge that this painting is a forgery.”
To determine the result of, especially of a competition
“We have assembled a panel of experts to judge the upcoming Air Guitar World Championships.”
To pass judgment on or to hand down a verdict, especially in a court of law
“The court would judge her innocent of all crimes.”
To sit in judgment on
“The judge is bound to endeavor to judge each case on the basis of the codified law.”
To assess, criticize or label another person or thing
“Let us first determine his motive before we judge his character based on one mistake.”
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