CEFR B2

appraise

verb

Meaning

To assess the value or quality of something, often by an expert, to establish its worth.

Examples

The insurance company sent an expert to appraise the damage to the car.
She asked a jeweler to appraise her grandmother's ring.

Synonyms: assess, evaluate, value, judge

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appraise (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈpreɪz/

Definition

To assess the value or quality of something, often by an expert, to establish its worth.

Examples

The insurance company sent an expert to appraise the damage to the car.
She asked a jeweler to appraise her grandmother's ring.
It's important to appraise the situation carefully before making a decision.

How to Use appraise

appraise something (prepositional phrase): To assess the value or quality of an object or situation. — "The antique dealer will appraise the vase."
appraise someone's performance (collocation): To formally evaluate how well someone is doing their job. — "My boss will appraise my performance next month."

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