appraisal
Americannoun
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the act of estimating or judging the nature or value of something or someone.
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an estimate of value, as for sale, assessment, or taxation; valuation.
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an estimate or considered opinion of the nature, quality, importance, etc.
the critics' appraisal of pop art; an incorrect appraisal of public opinion.
noun
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an assessment or estimation of the worth, value, or quality of a person or thing See also performance appraisal
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a valuation of property or goods
Other Word Forms
- misappraisal noun
- overappraisal noun
- reappraisal noun
- self-appraisal noun
Etymology
Origin of appraisal
Example Sentences
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The IRS typically looks for evidence, including appraisals, correspondence and estate documents.
From MarketWatch
The panel’s report did not place any value on the painting, and Mondex Corporation said it had not conducted a formal appraisal of its value.
From New York Times
Stratton Equities offered him an appraisal dispute form from Appraisal Nation.
From Seattle Times
Hein said he knew things were "serious" when he realized he would have to get a private appraisal on his land to compare with one conducted by the federal government.
From Salon
Other highlights of the 2023 home show include free appraisals of art, family heirlooms and other antiques by TV personality and “Ph.D. antiques appraiser” Lori Verderame, and daily “Meet the Experts” seminars on home design.
From Seattle Times
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