self-assessment

noun

self-as·​sess·​ment ˌself-ə-ˈses-mənt How to pronounce self-assessment (audio)
-a-ˈses-
plural self-assessments
: the act or process of analyzing and evaluating oneself or one's actions : assessment of oneself
a questionable self-assessment
a self-assessment tool/test
"There are many factors in choosing a job or career and that's why self-assessment is important," she [Bernadette Walsh] says.Peter McGuire

Examples of self-assessment in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
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.
By embracing self-assessment, risk-taking, and continuous improvement, individuals and organizations can turn challenges into opportunities and achieve sustained success—a timeless lesson from President Carter’s life. Thomas Bostick, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025 To do some self-assessment, honestly, and think of ways to use this knowledge to improve going forward. Brian Grubb, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024 Do a self-assessment during the Libra last quarter moon. USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024 This information provides a solid foundation for understanding competitive pay scales and where your current salary stands in comparison. Simultaneously, a critical self-assessment of your performance and contributions to the company is necessary. Jack Kelly, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for self-assessment 

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of self-assessment was in 1899

Dictionary Entries Near self-assessment

Cite this Entry

“Self-assessment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-assessment. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!