Word
Definitions
01evaluation or judgment
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Academic
n. a judgment or opinion about the quality, value, or importance of something.
n. the process of evaluating or making a judgment about the nature, quality, or ability of someone or something.
“The teacher's assessment of the student's progress was very positive.”
“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'.
Synonyms
02a test or exam
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Academic
n. a test or assignment used to check how much a student has learned.
n. a specific instrument or procedure, such as a test or essay, used to measure a learner's achievement or progress.
“We have a final assessment at the end of the course to get our certificate.”
“The module includes several forms of continuous assessment, including weekly quizzes and a final research project.”
Teaching tip
In modern education, 'assessment' is often preferred over 'test' because it suggests a broader look at a student's abilities.
Synonyms
03tax or value calculation
C1 · Advanced Countable noun Law Formal · Technical
n. the act of deciding the value of a property or the amount of tax someone must pay.
n. the calculation of the value of a property for taxation purposes, or the specific amount determined.
“The city sent out a new tax assessment for all the houses in our neighborhood.”
“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.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “assessment” in context.
Verb
01. require assessment
“New patients usually require assessment by a specialist before treatment begins.”
verb + noun
Adjective
02. direct assessment
“The teacher used direct assessment by observing the students while they performed the task.”
adj + noun
03. formal assessment
“Students are required to undergo a formal assessment at the end of the semester.”
adj + noun
04. initial assessment
“The doctor's initial assessment suggested that the injury was not permanent.”
adj + noun
05. reliable assessment
“Standardized tests are designed to provide a reliable assessment of a student's abilities.”
adj + noun
06. separate assessment
“Each department will undergo a separate assessment to evaluate its efficiency.”
adj + noun
07. assessment found
Real-World Examples
“WFP rapid assessments have indicated that more than 32,000 people across nearly 100 villages have been affected.” “The EBU said it could commission an independent security assessment before deciding whether a winning country is capable of hosting the event safely.” “An assessment earlier this year estimated that between 120,000 and 160,000 households could eventually receive the discounts as more projects are rolled out.” “Its latest assessment found that the hottest day of the year in southern England is now 4.5C warmer than it was between 1961 and 1990.” Etymology
From assess + -ment.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
VERB
NOUN
- 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
- Common
- Level
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