Judiciously Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations
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judiciously
ju-di-cious-ly
Definitions
in decision making
With good judgment or sense; wisely.
Synonyms
prudently, sensibly, thoughtfully, wisely.
Examples of usage
- He judiciously invested his money in the stock market.
- She judiciously considered all options before making a decision.
in speech or action
In a careful and thoughtful manner; showing good judgment.
Synonyms
carefully, cautiously, prudently, thoughtfully.
Examples of usage
- She judiciously chose her words during the interview.
- He judiciously handled the delicate situation with diplomacy.
Translations
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Quick facts about “judiciously”
Judiciously is a 4-syllable adverb (ju-di-cious-ly). It is pronounced /dʒuˈdɪʃɪsɫi/ in American English and /dʒuːdˈɪʃəsli/ in British English. On finesentence.com it has 2 meanings, 8 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #16,452 among the most common English words.
Origin of 'judiciously'
The word 'judiciously' is derived from the Middle English word 'judicious', which comes from the Old French word 'judicieux', ultimately from the Latin word 'iūdicium' meaning 'judgment'. The concept of being judicious has been valued throughout history, with various philosophers and thinkers emphasizing the importance of making wise and sensible decisions.
See also: adjudge, adjudicate, injudicious, judgable, judgeable, judgement, judges, judging, judgment, judgmental, judgmentally, judicial, judiciary, judicious, judiciousness, misjudge, misjudgment, prejudge, prejudgment.