Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

against one's better judgment

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.01 in modern English

Syllables: again-st one's -bet-ter -judg-ment
IPA

39

Scrabble Score

25

Letters

6

Syllables

14

Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

Contrary to what one believes is wise, moral, or ethical.

Example Sentences

"Near-synonyms: in spite of oneself, despite oneself"
"Against my better judgment I gave them one last chance."

Synonyms

in spite of oneself despite oneself

Questions

What does against one's better judgment mean?: Contrary to what one believes is wise, moral, or ethical.

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