Synonyms for

Assessments

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

Definition

Assessments are tests or evaluations to measure knowledge or skill.

Synonyms & similar words

judgement appraisal assessment judgment evaluations tests appraisals examinations checks measures surveys reviews analysis scrutinies inspections audits probes assays monitoring gauges ratings verifications calculations judgments

Synonyms by register

Formal

evaluation appraisal estimation judgement

Informal

check review look-over

Literary

reckoning scrutiny

Antonyms

ignorance neglect disregard uncertainty doubt indifference

Common collocations

  • perform assessments
  • conduct assessments
  • initial assessments
  • final assessments
  • risk assessments
  • diagnostic assessments
  • student assessments

Word family

noun assessment
verb assess
adjective assessable
adverb assessably

Usage note

Often used in academic, professional, or medical contexts. Can refer to the process of evaluating or the result of that evaluation.

Example sentences

  1. I have three assessments in school this week.
  2. My mom had to take an assessment for her job.
  3. The doctor gave me an assessment to check my health.
  4. Assessments help teachers know what we need to learn more.
  5. The government uses assessments to measure the success of their programs.

Quotes

  • "Assessments are powerful tools for learning." -Nancy Frey
  • "Assessments can be a powerful force for change." -Bill Gates
  • "Assessments are not evil." -Diane Ravitch

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