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self-as·sess·ment | \ ˌself-ə-ˈses-mənt 
, -a-ˈses- \
, -a-ˈses- \ plural self-assessments
Definition of self-assessment
: the act or process of analyzing and evaluating oneself or one's actions : assessment of oneself
a questionable self-assessment a self-assessment tool/test "There are many factors in choosing a job or career and that's why self-assessment is important," she [Bernadette Walsh] says.— Peter McGuire
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self-assessment
nounEnglish Language Learners Definition of self-assessment
: the act or process of judging your own achievements or progress
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