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Assess

Verb / ʌˈses / Another word for assess — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to evaluate or judge the quality or worth of something or someone

Synonyms & similar words

appraise measure tax valuate evaluate value evaluate judge appraise estimate rate value weigh analyze critique examine inspect scan scrutinize survey check monitor audit review verify validate

Synonyms by register

Formal

evaluate appraise judge analyze

Informal

check out size up look over gauge

Literary

reckon weigh

Antonyms

ignore neglect overlook disregard shirk evade

Common collocations

  • assess the situation
  • assess the damage
  • assess the impact
  • assess the needs
  • assess the performance
  • assess the value
  • assess the risk

Word family

noun assessment
verb assess
adjective assessable

Usage note

Often used in formal contexts to mean judging the quality or value of something. Be careful not to confuse it with 'access', which means to gain entry.

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Example sentences

  1. The doctor will assess your injury to see if you need a cast.
  2. The real estate agent will assess the value of the house before putting it up for sale.
  3. The art teacher will assess your painting skills with a project.
  4. The chef will assess the taste of the soup before serving it to customers.
  5. The coach will assess the player's performance during practice.

Quotes

  • A good leader takes a little more than his share of the blame, a little less than his share of the credit. - Arnold H. Glasow
  • We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them. - Albert Einstein
  • The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing. - Socrates

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