estimation (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌɛstɪˈmeɪʃən/
Definition
An approximate calculation or judgment of the value, size, quantity, or extent of something.
Examples
My estimation of the cost was way off.
The final estimation of the project's completion time took several days.
Based on the available data, the estimation is that the population will double in ten years.
How to Use estimation
- estimation of (prepositional phrase)
- Used to specify what is being estimated. — "The estimation of the market size was challenging."
- in estimation (prepositional phrase)
- Held in a particular regard or opinion. — "She is in high estimation among her peers."
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