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value judgment

/ˈvæljuː ˈdʒʌdʒmənt/

NOUN

1. Evaluation based on personal or moral values

A judgment about the rightness, wrongness, worth, or significance of something, based on a particular set of values, principles, or value system.

1.1. Moral and ethical evaluation

Used to express an assessment of whether an action, behavior, decision, or character is right or wrong according to particular moral principles or ethical standards.

Synonyms

  • moral judgment
  • ethical judgment
  • assessment
  • evaluation
  • appraisal

Examples

  • Making a value judgment about a character's actions requires careful consideration of the context.
  • It is important to set aside personal biases when making a value judgment about someone's character.

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1.2. Subjective evaluation of quality or worth

Used to describe an opinion or assessment of the quality, merit, or importance of something, particularly when the evaluation is influenced by personal preferences, cultural perspectives, or individual standards.

Synonyms

  • subjective evaluation
  • evaluative judgment
  • assessment
  • appraisal
  • evaluation

Examples

  • Making a fair value judgment about art often involves understanding diverse perspectives and cultural contexts.
  • The critic acknowledged that making a value judgment on art is subjective and varies from person to person.

Related Words

  • subjectivity
  • personal opinion
  • perspective
  • cultural values
  • aesthetic judgment
  • personal preference

1.3. Personal opinion influencing objective assessment

Used to refer to a personal evaluation or opinion that may influence how information, evidence, or facts are interpreted and presented, potentially compromising objectivity.

Synonyms

  • subjective opinion
  • personal judgment
  • personal assessment
  • biased evaluation

Examples

  • The author aimed to present the facts objectively without inserting any personal value judgment.

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