Judge Definition & Meaning
judge
- noun
- a public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice
- an authority who is able to estimate worth or quality
- verb
- determine the result of (a competition)
- form a critical opinion of; "I cannot judge some works of modern art"; "How do you evaluate this grant proposal?" "We shouldn't pass judgment on other people"
- judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time); "I estimate this chicken to weigh three pounds"
- pronounce judgment on; "They labeled him unfit to work here"
- put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of; "The football star was tried for the murder of his wife"; "The judge tried both father and son in separate trials"
"Judge" in song lyrics
See how judge is used in real songs:
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"one god, one judge"
69 Boyz — One God, One Judge -
"I hate the D.A., I hate the judge"
9th Prince — Love/Hate -
"He was off to see the judge"
Abstract Rude and Tribe Unique — Inside Your Eyes
Words that rhyme with judge
Usage tips for "judge"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "judge" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for judge to find words that pair well.