self-assessment

noun

self-as·​sess·​ment ˌself-ə-ˈses-mənt How to pronounce self-assessment (audio)
-a-ˈses-
plural self-assessments
: 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

Examples of self-assessment in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Remember that while a self-assessment can offer valuable insights, your unique challenges and opportunities highlight the need for professional advice. True Tamplin, Forbes, 30 Mar. 2024 But for some people, these negative self-assessments can escalate into body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). Jenna Ryu, SELF, 20 Mar. 2024 The 2024 World Happiness Report was compiled based on the self-assessments of the quality of life of the population of each country from 2021 through 2023. Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 19 Mar. 2024 Set clear career goals: Establish short- and long-term career goals based on your self-assessment and exploration. Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 19 Mar. 2024 Key Takeaways and Advice Personal Honesty: The user highlighted the importance of self-assessment in identifying strengths and weaknesses, which guided their study efforts and time management. Bryce Welker, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2024 That means utilizing self-assessment tools, examining your experiences in school, talking to people who know you well, and engaging with a career counselor or coach, among other things. Caroline Castrillon, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024 Participants will learn about self-assessments to test driver knowledge and skills, new rules and regulations and more. Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Feb. 2024 The research set out to understand young people’s motivation for using drugs and looked at self-assessments from nearly 16,000 people ages 13 to 18. Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 9 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of self-assessment was in 1899

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“Self-assessment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-assessment. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.

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