Definition

A mistake made when judging something or someone, leading to an incorrect conclusion.

Example

His misjudgment about her abilities cost him the project.

Conversation

I really regret how I handled that situation yesterday.

Yeah, it felt like a big misjudgment on your part.

I know, I should have listened more carefully.

It's okay, we all make mistakes sometimes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Misjudgment → It is formed from "mis-" (meaning wrongly) and "judgment" (from Old French *jugement*, meaning the act of judging). The word refers to a wrong or incorrect judgment about something.

Memory Tip

Think of making a 'wrong' ('mis-') decision about something you are 'judging' — that's why misjudgment means to judge incorrectly.

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