assessment (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈsɛs.mənt/

Definition

The act of evaluating or judging something or someone, often to determine its value, quality, or importance.

Examples

• The doctor performed a quick assessment of the patient's condition.

• The company conducted a market assessment before launching the new product.

• Students received an assessment of their performance on the final exam.

How to Use assessment

assessment of (prepositional phrase)

Used to specify what is being evaluated or judged. — "We need an assessment of the environmental impact."

undergo assessment (collocation)

To be subjected to an evaluation or test. — "New employees must undergo a security assessment."

conduct assessment (collocation)

To carry out an evaluation or judgment. — "The committee will conduct an assessment of the project's feasibility."

Synonyms of assessment

Words with a similar meaning to assessment:

• evaluation
• judgment
• appraisal
• estimation

Antonyms of assessment

Words with the opposite meaning to assessment:

• ignorance
• neglect

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