The idiom "against one's better judgment" reflects the idea that a person is making a decision or taking an action that they believe is unwise or not in their best interest. The term "better judgment" refers to one's ability to assess a situation and make a wise or rational choice based on their knowledge and experience. This expression is used to describe a situation where someone is doing something they believe to be unwise or imprudent, often due to external pressure, circumstances, or conflicting emotions.

What is the origin of the idiom "against one's better judgment" and when to use it?

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Definition und Bedeutung von „against one's better judgment“ im Englischen

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