unfounded judgment
[/ʌnˈfaʊndɪd ˈdʒʌdʒmənt/]
noun phrasepl: unfounded judgments
julgamento infundado
1. A conclusion or opinion formed without sufficient evidence, facts, or logical basis; a premature or baseless assessment
His unfounded judgment about her character damaged their relationship irreparably.
O seu julgamento infundado sobre o caráter dela prejudicou irreparavelmente o relacionamento deles.
2. A legal or formal decision made without proper evidence or legal grounds
The court declared the unfounded judgment null and void due to lack of evidence.
O tribunal declarou o julgamento infundado nulo e sem efeito por falta de provas.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, unfounded judgments are generally viewed negatively as they represent a failure of critical thinking and fairness. In legal contexts (both US and Brazil), such judgments can be grounds for appeal or reversal. Brazilian culture, influenced by Catholic values and emphasis on personal relationships, often views unfounded judgments about someone's character as particularly damaging to social harmony and trust.
NYC Slang
jumping to conclusions / baseless call
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