assessing (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈsɛsɪŋ/

Definition

Evaluating or estimating the nature, quality, ability, or significance of something.

Examples

• The manager is assessing the performance of her team.

• We are assessing the impact of the new policy.

• The doctor is assessing the patient's condition.

How to Use assessing

assess something (prepositional phrase)

To evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, or significance of something. — "We need to assess the situation carefully."

assess for (prepositional phrase)

To evaluate something for a specific purpose or condition. — "The doctor will assess the patient for any signs of infection."

Synonyms of assessing

Words with a similar meaning to assessing:

• judge
• evaluate
• appraise
• gauge

Antonyms of assessing

Words with the opposite meaning to assessing:

• ignoring
• neglecting

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