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How does the verb evaluate differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of evaluate are appraise, assess, estimate, rate, and value. While all these words mean "to judge something with respect to its worth or significance," evaluate suggests an attempt to determine relative or intrinsic worth in terms other than monetary.

evaluate a student's work

When could appraise be used to replace evaluate?

The synonyms appraise and evaluate are sometimes interchangeable, but appraise commonly implies the fixing by an expert of the monetary worth of a thing, but it may be used of any critical judgment.

having their house appraised

Where would assess be a reasonable alternative to evaluate?

The words assess and evaluate can be used in similar contexts, but assess implies a critical appraisal for the purpose of understanding or interpreting, or as a guide in taking action.

officials are trying to assess the damage

In what contexts can estimate take the place of evaluate?

The words estimate and evaluate are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, estimate implies a judgment, considered or casual, that precedes or takes the place of actual measuring or counting or testing out.

estimated the crowd at two hundred

How are the words rate and estimate related as synonyms of evaluate?

Rate adds to estimate the notion of placing a thing according to a scale of values.

a highly rated restaurant

How do value and appraise relate to one another, in the sense of evaluate?

Value equals appraise but without implying expertness of judgment.

a watercolor valued by the donor at $500

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of evaluate The dueling testimonies came after several psychologists evaluated Grafe. Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025 The decision was welcomed by some advocacy groups, who are now pushing other big tech companies to evaluate the IDF’s use of their services. Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 26 Sep. 2025 So truly noxious fart sprays often contain secret ingredient blends that are difficult to evaluate. Nate Anderson, ArsTechnica, 25 Sep. 2025 Two other people were taken to the hospital with significant injuries, and a fifth person also was being evaluated for injuries, Azle police said in a news release. Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for evaluate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evaluate
Verb
  • If a playoff spot is on the line Sunday, the final day of the regular season, the Mets need to assess other options.
    Will Sammon, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
  • The Office maintains a Fair Use Index and other guidance to help assess such claims.
    Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The recent budget reconciliation bill—with significant changes to Medicaid and Affordable Care Act insurance coverage—is estimated to result in 16 million more uninsured people within 10 years, including many of reproductive age.
    Mimi Zieman, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
  • The nonprofit is counting on government support through Medi-Cal to cover the detox program’s estimated $2 million annual operating cost.
    Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • His statistical output has declined, but he is still valued for his leadership and ability to space the floor.
    Grant Afseth, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Whether a new-to-you purchase or a family heirloom, antiques are valued for their historical, cultural, or sentimental significance.
    Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025

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“Evaluate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evaluate. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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