Word
assessing
Phoneticsas·sess·ing
US/əˈsɛsɪŋ/
UK/ɐsˈɛsɪŋ/
Definitions
01judging or evaluating
v. looking at something carefully to decide how good, strong, or valuable it is.
v. evaluating or estimating the nature, ability, or quality of someone or something. Transitive — requires an object being evaluated.
“The teachers are currently assessing the students' work to see who needs extra help.”
“The committee is currently assessing the environmental impact of the proposed highway before granting final approval for construction.”
Academic
Usage
Often followed by a noun phrase or a 'how' clause.
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02calculating a cost
v. calculating the exact amount of something, like a tax, a fine, or a value.
v. calculating or estimating the price or value of something, often for official tax or legal purposes.
“The city is assessing the value of all the houses in this neighborhood for tax purposes.”
“The insurance adjuster spent several hours assessing the damage to the property to determine the total payout for the claim.”
Formal · Technical
Usage
Commonly used in legal, insurance, and real estate contexts.
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03the process of evaluation
n. the process of testing or checking someone's progress.
n. the act or process of assessment; the systematic collection and analysis of data to improve student learning or organizational performance.
“Continuous assessing throughout the year helps students stay on track with their goals.”
“The university's shift toward continuous assessing has reduced the immense pressure traditionally associated with final examinations.”
Academic
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Real-World Examples
“As a result, ESG scores have become an important measure for investors assessing risk.” “Other related questions include assessing how long mental health effects last and who is most likely to benefit from birding, and when.” Scan code
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