valuation

noun

ˌval-yə-ˈwā-shən How to pronounce valuation (audio)
Definition of valuationnext
1
as in appraisal
the act of placing a value on the nature, character, or quality of something my valuation of your musical talent has nothing to do with our friendship

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2
as in value
the amount of money for which something will find a buyer the final auction bid was still less than the minimum valuation that we had specified as acceptable, so the painting was withdrawn

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3
as in importance
the relative usefulness or importance of something as judged by specific qualities the low valuation that society places on knowledge for the sake of knowledge

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Recent Examples of valuation Moynihan’s management team also took note of investors’ willingness to back such companies at valuations that weren’t tethered to their underlying earnings, adding to their level of confidence. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 8 July 2026 According to the publication, the company is raising $10 billion, leading to a valuation of $130 billion. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 8 July 2026 Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’s rocket company that fiercely competes with SpaceX over NASA contracts, is now seeking money outside of the Amazon billionaire’s pocketbook for the first time—$10 billion at a $130 billion valuation, according to DealBook. — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 8 July 2026 Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin is seeking its first outside capital, aiming to raise $10 billion at a valuation of about $130 billion, The New York Times reported. — Tasneem Nashrulla, semafor.com, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for valuation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for valuation
  1. appraisal
  2. value
  3. assessment
  4. worth
  5. estimate
  6. price
  7. evaluation
  8. estimation
Noun
  • The legislation also incorporates Warnock's Appraisal Modernization Act, which supporters say is intended to improve fairness in the home appraisal process.
    — Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 12 July 2026
  • The benefits listed in official scientific and governmental appraisals of the water’s mineral content are nothing short of miraculous.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
Definition of appraisal
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  • ParaZero believes the platform can protect both moving vehicles and stationary high-value assets without adding the weight penalties associated with conventional protective structures.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
  • For years, African leaders have argued that value addition should apply to minerals, not just raw ore.
    — Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 10 July 2026
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  • The group has urged the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to evaluate the 37 biodiesel backup generators planned for the data center as a single pollution source and to conduct a complete health risk assessment before issuing approvals.
    — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 9 July 2026
  • In 2004, a Senate Intelligence Committee report concluded the CIA had provided unfounded assessments of the threat posed by Iraq that the Bush administration had relied on to justify going to war.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
Definition of assessment
Noun
  • Another notable feature is its giant mimosa, which contains two bottles’ worth of champagne.
    — Jenna Thompson July 9, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026
  • The partnership with Musique & Vin au Clos Vougeot puts Sotheby’s at the heart of the ultra-high-net-worth community of wine collectors—many of whom buy art and other luxury assets.
    — George Nelson for ArtNews, Robb Report, 9 July 2026
Definition of worth
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  • Analysts are expecting an opening weekend haul of $75 million, though studio estimates are closer to $60 million to $65 million.
    — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • The White House has not released a cost estimate for the arch.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 July 2026
Definition of estimate
Noun
  • These prices assume a dog in reasonable coat shape on a regular 4- to 8-week schedule.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
  • Airbnb proved to be a popular alternative to traditional hotels, with offers like the World Cup bundle, which included free World Cup tickets with select Airbnb stays at an average price of $365 per night.
    — Lily Wright, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
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  • The agency has required the building’s owner to hire a third-party engineer to conduct a forensic evaluation — a formal investigation to determine the cause of the structural failure.
    — Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 9 July 2026
  • Residents can collect soil samples and deliver them to Boyle Heights City Hall and other locations for an evaluation of lead, arsenic, chromium and mercury levels.
    — Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of evaluation
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  • Treasury responded but did not address GAO's recommendation that the department develop a government-wide fraud estimation methodology.
    — Brett Rowland The Center Square, Arkansas Online, 5 July 2026
  • In Hruska’s estimation, some of the fireworks for sale at roadside stands are simply too powerful for amateur use.
    — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026
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