Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

suspend-judgment

verb
/səˈspɛnd ˈdʒʌdʒmənt/
Definition
To temporarily refrain from forming an opinion or making a decision about something.
Examples
  • During the discussion, she decided to suspend judgment until she had heard all sides of the story.
  • It’s wise to suspend judgment about new policies until you see how they are implemented.
Meaning
It means to hold off on making a decision or forming an opinion until more information is available, allowing for a deeper understanding of the subject.
Synonyms
  • withhold judgment
  • defer decision
  • postpone evaluation
  • take a neutral stance