assess

verb B2

Meaning

To assess means to evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something based on certain criteria or standards.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "assess" with "access"; remember that "assess" relates to evaluation, while "access" refers to obtaining or entering.

Example Sentences

The committee will assess the project's feasibility next week .
The teacher will assess the students' progress at the end .
We need to assess the situation before making any decisions .

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