evaluate

/ɛvəˈleɪt/ /ɪvəˈleɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to assess the value or quality of something, especially by comparison with a standard

“She evaluates her students’ performances at the end of the semester.”

2. noun

the act or process of evaluating something

“The evaluation of the new employee’s performance was positive.”

3. verb

to calculate or determine the amount or quantity of something

“The accountant will evaluate the company’s profits and losses for the year.”

Synonyms

  • appraise
  • assay
  • assess
  • judge

Antonyms

  • dismiss
  • ignore