prejudging

[ pree-juhj-ing ]

noun

1. a preliminary round of judging, as in a contest where a certain number or percentage of the entrants are eliminated before the final judging.

Word History and Origins

Origin of prejudging¹

First recorded in 1660–70; pre- + judge + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

"Force ourselves to reach out and find out why someone feels the way they do and make the choices they make without prejudging them a monster."

From Salon

I don't want to sound like I'm prejudging these birds, but they're not like peacocks where it is easy to tell them apart on sight.

From Salon

“Without prejudging the matter, this report is a cause for serious concern. Academic freedom does not permit the identity-based targeting of students.”

From Washington Times

He declined to provide more details, saying he should avoid prejudging the outcome of the summit ahead of time.

From Seattle Times

They cited “information received” about the dispute, “without prejudging the accuracy” of that information, and they requested details about the rent-to-own program, which is overseen by a Washington state agency.

From Seattle Times