appraise
verb (used with object)
to estimate the monetary value of; determine the worth of; assess.
appraiser
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a word derived from
appraise.
Example Sentences
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“This is not a win for the fans,” says Loftus, 69, a real-estate appraiser who lives in Austin, Texas.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
So you must visit your county’s property appraiser and/or tax collector to get a firm idea of how much you will be paying as a new homeowner.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026
The 52-year-old real-estate appraiser had spent two hours shoveling snow to clear her parking space.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 4, 2026
An appraiser approved by the federal government must conduct an appraisal to assess the property’s market value and make a minor inspection for safety and soundness before the agency can approve the loan.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 12, 2025
My husband, the late county appraiser, would be rolling over in his grave at this exercise in depravity.
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
