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assessment

n.
US //əˈsɛsmənt// UK //ɐsˈɛsmənt// as·sess·ment
  1. 1 evaluation or judgment (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Academic

    a judgment or opinion about the quality, value, or importance of something.

    the process of evaluating or making a judgment about the nature, quality, or ability of someone or something.

    Example

    The teacher's assessment of the student's progress was very positive.

    Example

    A thorough risk assessment must be conducted before the construction crew can begin work on the bridge foundations.

    Usage

    Often used with the prepositions 'of' or 'for'.

  2. 2 a test or exam (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Academic

    a test or assignment used to check how much a student has learned.

    a specific instrument or procedure, such as a test or essay, used to measure a learner's achievement or progress.

    Example

    We have a final assessment at the end of the course to get our certificate.

    Example

    The module includes several forms of continuous assessment, including weekly quizzes and a final research project.

    Teacher's tip

    In modern education, 'assessment' is often preferred over 'test' because it suggests a broader look at a student's abilities.

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  1. 3 tax or value calculation (n.)
    C1 Advanced Formal Technical Law

    the act of deciding the value of a property or the amount of tax someone must pay.

    the calculation of the value of a property for taxation purposes, or the specific amount determined.

    Example

    The city sent out a new tax assessment for all the houses in our neighborhood.

    Example

    The property owner filed an appeal against the government's assessment, claiming the land was valued significantly higher than its market price.

    Usage

    Commonly used in legal and financial contexts regarding property and revenue.

Origin

From assess + -ment.

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