evaluate
verb
eval·u·ate
i-ˈval-yə-ˌwāt 
-yü-ˌāt
evaluated; evaluating
1
: to determine or fix the value of
2
: to determine the significance, worth, or condition of usually by careful appraisal and study
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We need to evaluate our options.
evaluate a training program as effective
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Calvin Woodward, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
As with all equity investments, investors should carefully evaluate all options with a qualified investment professional before making any investment decision.
—Joel Shulman, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
The Justice Department said lower courts are confused about how to evaluate multiple IQ tests when determining if a criminal can be executed.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 7 June 2025
Pochettino questioned the team’s commitment and over his five camps has called in 59 players, many new, to evaluate and create competition for spots.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 7 June 2025
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“Evaluate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/evaluate. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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evaluate
verb
eval·u·ate
i-ˈval-yə-ˌwāt
evaluated; evaluating
1
: to find the value of
evaluate a mathematical expression
2
: to decide the value or worth of after study
evaluate a new program
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