Word
appraisal
Phoneticsap·praisal
US/əˈpɹeɪzəɫ/
UK/ɐpɹˈeɪsəl/
Definitions
01work performance review
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Formal
n. a meeting between a worker and a manager to discuss how well the worker is doing their job.
n. a formal evaluation of an employee's performance and progress, typically conducted annually by a supervisor.
“I have my annual appraisal with my manager tomorrow to discuss my goals for next year.”
“The company introduced a 360-degree appraisal system to ensure that feedback was gathered from peers as well as direct supervisors.”
Usage
Often used with the adjectives 'annual' or 'performance'.
Synonyms
02estimating value
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Business Technical
n. a professional expert's opinion on how much something is worth, such as a house or a piece of jewellery.
n. the act or process of estimating the market value of property or assets, often for insurance or sale purposes.
“The bank requested a professional appraisal of the house before they would agree to the loan.”
“The antique dealer provided a written appraisal of the painting, noting its historical significance and current market demand.”
Usage
Commonly used in real estate, insurance, and finance contexts.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “appraisal” in context.
Adjective
01. critical appraisal
“The researcher conducted a critical appraisal of the existing literature before starting the study.”
adj + noun
Real-World Examples
“Because if we have a realistic appraisal of what we're capable of, we will be better able to consider others when we make decisions.” Etymology
From appraise + -al.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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