1. not making or expressing judgments about whether someone or something is good or bad; avoiding criticism or evaluation based on personal standards
Usage: Also spelled 'non-judgmental' or 'nonjudgmental'; Commonly used in psychology, counseling, and interpersonal communication contexts

Examples

• A good therapist maintains a nonjudgemental attitude toward all clients.
• She tried to be nonjudgemental when her friend shared her unpopular opinions.
• Teachers are encouraged to adopt a nonjudgemental approach to student mistakes.
• He appreciated her nonjudgemental response to his personal struggles.
• The counselor's nonjudgemental listening helped the patient feel safe and understood.
• A nonjudgemental perspective allows us to understand different cultures better.