arbitrary judgments
[/ˈɑːrbɪtreri ˈdʒʌdʒmənts/]
noun phrasepl: arbitrary judgments
julgamentos arbitrários
1. Decisions or conclusions made without reasonable basis, logical reasoning, or fair consideration of facts; judgments based on random choice or personal whim rather than objective criteria
The court ruled that the manager's arbitrary judgments in firing employees violated company policy.
O tribunal decidiu que os julgamentos arbitrários do gerente ao demitir funcionários violaram a política da empresa.
2. Rulings or determinations characterized by the exercise of power without restraint or legal justification
The citizens protested against the government's arbitrary judgments regarding freedom of speech.
Os cidadãos protestaram contra os julgamentos arbitrários do governo sobre liberdade de expressão.
In both Brazilian and American legal contexts, arbitrary judgments are viewed negatively as violations of due process and fairness. In Brazil, concerns about arbitrary judgments in judicial and administrative decisions reflect historical issues with corruption and lack of institutional accountability. In the USA, arbitrary judgments are considered contrary to constitutional principles and the rule of law.
NYC Slang
off-the-wall decisions, random calls
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