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Assess

Uh-SEHS

/ʌˈsɛs/

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assess

Dictionary meaning

To evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of.

Examples

  • They assessed the situation carefully before responding.
  • Our house hasn't been assessed in years.

Synonyms: measure

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