Juiciosa (en. Judicious)

xwiˈsosa

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

Definition: Acts with wisdom and prudence.

Example Sentence: She is a judicious person who always makes sound decisions.

Es una persona juiciosa que siempre toma decisiones acertadas.

Definition: Uses their judgment to solve problems.

Example Sentence: His judicious behavior has earned him the respect of his peers.

Su comportamiento juicioso le ha ganado el respeto de sus compañeros.

Definition: Shows maturity in their way of thinking.

Example Sentence: Despite her youth, she is very judicious in her opinions.

A pesar de su juventud, es muy juiciosa en sus opiniones.

Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'iudicium', which means judgment.

Common Phrase: act judiciously

Meaning: Making decisions wisely.

actuar con juicio

Common Phrase: have judgment

Meaning: Having the ability to discern and make sound decisions.

tener juicio

Common Phrase: lack judgment

Meaning: Acting recklessly or thoughtlessly.

no tener juicio

Related Word: judgment

Description: Ability to evaluate and decide.

juicio

Related Word: judgments

Description: Decisions or conclusions based on reason.

juicios

Related Word: judiciability

Description: Possibility of being judged or evaluated.

juiciabilidad

Slang Meaning: A person who acts reasonably and maturely.

Slang Example: That group of friends is very judicious, they always think before acting.

Ese grupo de amigos es muy juicioso, siempre piensan antes de actuar.

Slang Meaning: Referring to behavior that has good intentions.

Slang Example: Although he sometimes seems strict, his advice is very judicious.

Aunque a veces parece estricto, su consejo es muy juicioso.