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as in assessment
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something
gave us a positive appraisal of his artistic talents
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as in evaluation
the act of placing a value on the nature, character, or quality of something
the appraisal of the house's value took place yesterday
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Recent Examples of appraisal
If this appraisal had been conducted before Stover’s death, what potential reasons would someone involved in the appraisal process have for lying about any of the information in this document?
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The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 15 July 2025
Hold regular career development conversations, not just at annual appraisals.
—London Business School, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
This step typically includes negotiating price and terms with the seller.
Inspections and appraisals: After the offer is accepted, schedule a home inspection and appraisal to confirm the property’s condition and value.
—Allison Palmer
july 7, Miami Herald, 7 July 2025
At the end of the work, appraisals will happen again to see the value added to people’s homes after the repairs.
—Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2025
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The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 15 July 2025
Hold regular career development conversations, not just at annual appraisals.
—London Business School, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
This step typically includes negotiating price and terms with the seller.
Inspections and appraisals: After the offer is accepted, schedule a home inspection and appraisal to confirm the property’s condition and value.
—Allison Palmer
july 7, Miami Herald, 7 July 2025
At the end of the work, appraisals will happen again to see the value added to people’s homes after the repairs.
—Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appraisal
Noun
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Furthermore, diagnoses were based on self-report rather than formal clinical assessment, and comorbid conditions were not evaluated.—
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Westerman, the committee's chair, has called for changing the permitting process, citing lengthy assessments as a persistent issue.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 July 2025
Noun
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For a fair evaluation, peer stock returns also represent post-earnings one-day (1D) returns.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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The suspect was charged with unlawful entry and in connection with an outstanding warrant and was taken to a local hospital for a medical evaluation, according to the statement.—
Joseph Tanfani,
USA Today,
28 July 2025
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Only our estimate of the truth changed, not the truth itself.—
Philip Maymin,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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But researchers say property values are highly subjective, and these estimates don't always align with market prices.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Finally, level 3 asset fair values must be calculated based on estimations and assumptions based on the latest available data on the measurement date.—
Tomas Milar,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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It should be noted that the age estimation tool remains completely optional, and users over 13 can still verify their age with an ID.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
17 July 2025
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Overlooking intangible assets can lead to an incomplete and inaccurate valuation.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Lasry sold his 25% stake in the Milwaukee Bucks to Jimmy and Dee Haslam in 2023 at a $3.2 billion team valuation.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
29 July 2025
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“Appraisal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appraisal. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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