1
as in assessment
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something
the teacher's estimation of her student's scientific aptitude proved to be well-founded when he won a national science award
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2
as in estimate
the act of placing a value on the nature, character, or quality of something
I may have been a little too hasty in my estimation of his musical abilities
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3
as in respect
a feeling of great approval and liking
a show business superstar who enjoys the estimation of fans and fellow performers alike
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Recent Examples of estimation
The potential range of spread projected by the CDC covers more of the United States; however, some of the states in its most recent estimations have not confirmed the presence of Aedes aegypti.
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Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
That, in the judge’s estimation, was because Peteski and McGraw wanted to refile for bankruptcy in another jurisdiction.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 28 Oct. 2025
In my estimation, this comes down to the time spent researching, as ChatGPT conducts research for much longer.
—PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2025
Or a man, in my estimation, who is the soul of American music.
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 24 Oct. 2025
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Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
That, in the judge’s estimation, was because Peteski and McGraw wanted to refile for bankruptcy in another jurisdiction.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 28 Oct. 2025
In my estimation, this comes down to the time spent researching, as ChatGPT conducts research for much longer.
—PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2025
Or a man, in my estimation, who is the soul of American music.
—Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimation
Noun
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Experts agree with this assessment.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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Korf and Laber dispute that assessment.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The Tribune’s estimates included nearly $34 million for ICE and nearly $6 million for Border Patrol.—
Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Jan. 2026
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The tankers were transporting about 15 million to 22 million barrels of oil, according to industry estimates.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Neena says her respect for older generations began early.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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European leaders coordinated joint responses, insisting any deal respect Kyiv’s red lines, while the administration stressed pragmatic compromises to secure lasting peace.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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Their job is to apply state law to their appraisals of real and business properties.—
Mercury News Editorial Board,
Mercury News,
20 Dec. 2025
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This tells the seller that even if appraisal comes in low, the deal won’t fall apart over a reasonable gap.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
19 Dec. 2025
Noun
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And there’s never been a more important time for that evaluation than the offseason Mahomes will spend rehabbing from a season-ending knee surgery.—
Sam McDowell
January 9,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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Of course, vaccine evaluation and monitoring should be constant, particularly for those administered to children, to ensure safety and efficacy.—
Jerome Adams,
Fortune,
8 Jan. 2026
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Cooper describes Britton as a big personality, a target for both envy and admiration, and finds a growing kinship that pushes her to investigate.—
Rebecca Hannigan,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Best Storage Bench With Cushions Maximalist aesthetes and those who prioritize practicality can unite in their admiration for this splashy storage bench upholstered in handwoven Indian textiles.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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In that regard, this camp presents an opportunity for players fighting for one of the final few spots to make a positive impression.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Witkoff is hopeful there can be compromises with regard to land concessions, a key demand of Russia.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Jan. 2026
Noun
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However, calculations on the fallout from atmospheric detonations forced scientists to rethink this.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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The calculation for state coffers is 18% of the gross wagering revenue.—
Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Estimation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimation. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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