Judicious — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /jü-ˈdi-shəs/ ju·di·cious

Meaning & Definition of Judicious

Judicious (adjective)

  1. having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment

Judicious (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. having or showing good judgment and restraint especially in conduct or speech

    "a good teacher who knows how to give judicious criticism as well as praise"

    similar: discreet, intelligent, judgmatic, prudent
    related: cautious, chary, circumspect, cozy, forehanded, foresighted, foresightful, forethoughtful, discerning, discriminating, sage, sane, sapient, senseful, sensible, wise, canny, provident, astute, perspicacious, sagacious, shrewd
    opposite: imprudent, indiscreet, injudicious
    near: careless, heedless, incautious, rash, improvident, shortsighted, foolish, unwise

  2. suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances

    "I'll ask for the raise at a time I deem most judicious"

    similar: advisable, desirable, expedient, politic, prudent, tactical, wise
    related: advantageous, beneficial, profitable, useful, utilitarian, feasible, possible, practicable, practical, opportune, seasonable, timely, opportunistic, self-seeking
    opposite: impolitic, imprudent, inadvisable, inexpedient, injudicious, unwise
    near: impractical, profitless, unfeasible, unprofitable, inopportune, unseasonable, untimely

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Judicious

The most common words with a similar meaning to Judicious:

discreet, intelligent, judgmatic, prudent, advisable, desirable, expedient, politic, tactical, wise

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Judicious

Words with the opposite meaning of Judicious:

imprudent, indiscreet, injudicious, impolitic, inadvisable, inexpedient, unwise

Related Words for Judicious

cautious, chary, circumspect, cozy, forehanded, foresighted, foresightful, forethoughtful, discerning, discriminating, sage, sane, sapient, senseful, sensible, canny, provident, astute, perspicacious, sagacious, shrewd, advantageous, beneficial, profitable, useful, utilitarian, feasible, possible, practicable, practical

Near Antonyms of Judicious

careless, heedless, incautious, rash, improvident, shortsighted, foolish, impractical, profitless, unfeasible, unprofitable, inopportune, unseasonable, untimely

Word Forms of Judicious

Derived words: judiciously (adverb), judiciousness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Judicious

borrowed from Middle French judicieux, from Latin jūdicium "legal proceedings, court, judgment, faculty of judging, discernment" + Middle French -eux, going back to Old French -eus, earlier -os, -ous, going back to Latin -ōsus -ous judicial

First known use: 1591

Frequently Asked Questions about Judicious

What does "Judicious" mean?

"Judicious" means having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment. As an adjective, it is defined as: having, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Judicious"?

Other words for "Judicious" include discreet, intelligent, judgmatic, prudent, advisable, desirable, expedient and politic. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Judicious" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Judicious"?

There are 45 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Judicious". Common alternatives include discreet, intelligent, judgmatic, prudent, advisable, desirable, expedient, politic, tactical and wise.

What is the opposite of "Judicious"?

Antonyms of "Judicious" include imprudent, indiscreet, injudicious, impolitic, inadvisable, inexpedient and unwise. Near antonyms include careless, heedless, incautious and rash.

How do you use "Judicious" in a sentence?

Examples of "Judicious" in a sentence: "a good teacher who knows how to give judicious criticism as well as praise"; "I'll ask for the raise at a time I deem most judicious".

Is "Judicious" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Judicious" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Judicious"?

"Judicious" is pronounced /jü-ˈdi-shəs/ and divided into syllables as ju·di·cious.

What is the origin of the word "Judicious"?

"Judicious" comes from borrowed from Middle French judicieux, from Latin jūdicium "legal proceedings, court, judgment, faculty of judging, discernment" + Middle French -eux, going back to Old French -eus, earlier -os, -ous, going back to Latin -ōsus -ous judicial. First known use: 1591.