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Estimation

Eh-stuh-MAY-shuhn

/ˌɛstʌˈmeɪʃʌn/

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estimation

Dictionary meaning

A judgment of the qualities of something or somebody.

Examples

  • They had a high estimation of my ability.

Synonyms: estimate

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