Word
estimated
Phoneticses·ti·mat·ed, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɛstəˌmeɪtəd/
UK/ˈɛstɪmˌeɪtɪd/
Definition
adj. describing a value or amount that is not exact but is a careful guess.
adj. denoting an approximate calculation or judgement of value, amount, or size. Often used before a noun to indicate that the figure is subject to change.
Examples
“They estimated the cost of the repairs at five hundred dollars.”
“The engineers estimated that the bridge construction would take three years to complete.”
“Economists have estimated that the new trade policy could increase the national growth rate by nearly two percent over the next decade.”
Examples
simple
“They estimated the cost of the repairs at five hundred dollars.”
contextual
“The engineers estimated that the bridge construction would take three years to complete.”
complex
“Economists have estimated that the new trade policy could increase the national growth rate by nearly two percent over the next decade.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “estimated” in context.
Real-World Examples
“The statistics office had initially estimated inflation at 3.5 percent in July.” “The stargazer estimated that 93.5% of the sun was covered from his viewing position.” “Average surface air temperatures were 1.47°C above the estimated pre-industrial baseline , and sea-surface temperatures were the highest ever recorded for the month of July.” “Before the attacks, the facility held supplies worth an estimated $500,000.” Synonyms
Antonyms
- 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
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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