1
as in to assess
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
experts estimated the value of the painting at a million dollars
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2
as in to calculate
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
we estimated the snowfall to be about a foot
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1
as in estimation
the act of placing a value on the nature, character, or quality of something
what we owe our war veterans is beyond estimate
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as in assessment
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something
the estimate of many art specialists that the painting is a fake
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Recent Examples of estimate
Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Nov. 2025
The massive sparkler, estimated to be worth about $2 million, was designed to resemble the glass ceiling of the Grand Palais in Paris.
—Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
Jillian Taylor, StateImpact, 6 Jan. 2026
Walz and other state officials have disputed that estimate.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 6 Jan. 2026
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Verb
Veteran media analyst Craig Moffett, in a report last June, estimated that YouTube TV shed about 500,000 subscribers over the pricing jolt, though many subsequently returned for football season.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Nov. 2025
The massive sparkler, estimated to be worth about $2 million, was designed to resemble the glass ceiling of the Grand Palais in Paris.
—Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
Noun
Oklahoma received $23 million more than expected, as CMS advised states use a $200 million annual estimate when drafting their applications.
—Jillian Taylor, StateImpact, 6 Jan. 2026
Walz and other state officials have disputed that estimate.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 6 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimate
Verb
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Peskov replied that the Kremlin was assessing whether preparations for nuclear tests were necessary rather than actually beginning them, Tass reported.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Waymo has already mapped out portions of San Diego roads and highways and Nalavade said as early as next week, passersby may see a fleet of all-electric Zeekr RT minivans on area streets, further testing and assessing Waymo software.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The company released 6-month results — from April to September — and the quarterly numbers have been calculated by CNBC, based on company statement and LSEG data.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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Talking about poop and blackheads might seem socially inept, but it’s calculated.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The robot’s parkour and backflip videos, milestones reached through iterative control research over the years, are not just theatrical stunts but experiments in dynamic balance, state estimation, and whole-body coordination.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Nov. 2025
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The rise of fintech has driven up savings and payments volumes in Africa, but only 2% of about 700 million African bank accounts are applied towards investments, by Aig-Imoukhuede’s estimation.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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
Verb
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Young stars like Nicolò Barella, Federico Chiesa, and Gianluca Scamacca bring energy and creativity to a squad that still values tactical intelligence and grit.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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And now, OpenAI is, according to news reports, laying the groundwork for an initial public offering that could value the company at up to $1 trillion, in what would be the largest IPO ever and a first for a former nonprofit.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The research firm Rhodium Group figures that Chinese policy makers spend the equivalent of 3 percent of the central government’s fiscal revenues to subsidize car sales.—
Michael Schuman,
The Atlantic,
11 Nov. 2025
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Their names figure to be tied to the Red Sox throughout the offseason.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
11 Nov. 2025
Noun
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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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Weng has been offered a new research project that will contribute to the improved reliability and effectiveness of legged robotic systems by advancing evaluation standards and by promoting transparency regarding the capabilities – and limitations – of these systems, according to a press release.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
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Ultimately, any evaluation of Berry, Stefanski and the whole operation probably should come down to decisions made at the game’s most important position.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Estimate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimate. Accessed 7 Jan. 2026.
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