CEFR B1

estimation

noun

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: guess, approximation, assessment, calculation

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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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