1
as in assessments
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something
what's your evaluation of her writing ability?
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in appraisals
the act of placing a value on the nature, character, or quality of something
the evaluation of the defendant's mental condition was conducted by a team of psychiatrists
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of evaluations
Further evaluations over the Memorial Day weekend found the tank had a crack that had reduced pressure, eliminating the possibility of a catastrophic blast.
—
Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
Earlier operational evaluations took place in 2024, with indications that the aircraft operated from Al Dhafra Air Base in the UAE and flew missions extending toward Afghanistan.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026
These will help to demonstrate a commitment to ensuring complete transparency and accountability, and to keeping detailed records for all vendor evaluations and decisions.
—Meily Perez, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
Nonetheless, Harvard leaders concluded that more needed to be done to restore rigor in student evaluations, particularly by making more meaningful distinctions at the top end of the grade distribution.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Most clinics start with comprehensive evaluations that can include CT, MRI and DXA scans, blood panels, cognitive testing, fitness assessments and genome sequencing.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
Instead of a traditional spa weekend, guests undergo medical evaluations and leave with a long-term health plan.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 19 May 2026
Also, records related to a student's behavior, including threat assessment reports and student psychological evaluations, must transfer when the individual moves from K-12 school to a state college or university.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 16 May 2026
Citi’s Performance Assist pulls data from across its organization to draft evaluations.
—Chrysanthos Dellarocas, Harvard Business Review, 15 May 2026
Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
Earlier operational evaluations took place in 2024, with indications that the aircraft operated from Al Dhafra Air Base in the UAE and flew missions extending toward Afghanistan.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026
These will help to demonstrate a commitment to ensuring complete transparency and accountability, and to keeping detailed records for all vendor evaluations and decisions.
—Meily Perez, Miami Herald, 22 May 2026
Nonetheless, Harvard leaders concluded that more needed to be done to restore rigor in student evaluations, particularly by making more meaningful distinctions at the top end of the grade distribution.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
Most clinics start with comprehensive evaluations that can include CT, MRI and DXA scans, blood panels, cognitive testing, fitness assessments and genome sequencing.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 May 2026
Instead of a traditional spa weekend, guests undergo medical evaluations and leave with a long-term health plan.
—Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 19 May 2026
Also, records related to a student's behavior, including threat assessment reports and student psychological evaluations, must transfer when the individual moves from K-12 school to a state college or university.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 16 May 2026
Citi’s Performance Assist pulls data from across its organization to draft evaluations.
—Chrysanthos Dellarocas, Harvard Business Review, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evaluations
Noun
-
Robb is the only candidate with an appraiser license or any direct experience performing appraisals and assessments.—
East Bay Times editorial,
Mercury News,
26 May 2026
-
In his previous presidential physicals, Trump has undergone assessments including blood tests and cognitive, cardiac, pulmonary, and dermatologic exams.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
26 May 2026
Noun
-
In the future, the state commission also suggested that the city continue to use independent appraisals, which should be updated to set mooring permit rental rates.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
-
Its main mission is appraisals and defending billions of dollars in assessed value that help keep city, county and school services funded.—
East Bay Times editorial,
Mercury News,
26 May 2026
Noun
-
While these platforms can strongly influence teens’ perceptions of what is desirable, parents and educators can take practical steps to reduce harm and promote healthier attitudes toward nutrition and body image.—
LeeAnn Weintraub,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
-
Independents said the worst thing about Republicans was their loyalty to Trump (10%), perceptions of corruption and self-enrichment (8%), dishonesty, hypocrisy or immorality (7%), a lack of concern for ordinary people or cruelty (6%), and ineffective and weak or unqualified leadership (5%).—
Emily Guskin,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
Noun
-
It isn’t known exactly how many Americans hold dual citizenship, but estimates suggest up to 30 million may qualify for European ancestral visas, too, though those rules are tightening, as is the case with recent legal changes in Italy.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
-
Revenue came in about where estimates forecasted.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
Noun
-
Newsom and the analysts sometimes differ in their estimations.—
Trân Nguyễn,
Fortune,
15 May 2026
-
Artemis 3 is scheduled for late 2027, according to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, who based the timetable on Blue Origin's and SpaceX's estimations of the earliest completion for their respective landers.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
13 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Evaluations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evaluations. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
