1
as in assessment
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something
the teacher's estimation of her student's scientific aptitude proved to be well-founded when he won a national science award
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2
as in estimate
the act of placing a value on the nature, character, or quality of something
I may have been a little too hasty in my estimation of his musical abilities
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3
as in respect
a feeling of great approval and liking
a show business superstar who enjoys the estimation of fans and fellow performers alike
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Recent Examples of estimation
These eyes and ears on the ground are then tasked with writing a summary that includes GPS locations and estimations of damage and strength, which may require consultation with weather service experts, according to the agency.
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Phil Helsel, NBC News, 16 Mar. 2025
If the maximum estimation is true, that would mean an additional 4,420,000 visits to fewer SSA offices every year.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
All rewards total estimations are net the annual fee.
—Brett Holzhauer, CNBC, 19 Mar. 2025
Olivia’s voice was as soothing as chamomile tea (in Coco’s estimation), whereas Nell served up a vocal that was less airy but no less appealing.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 10 Mar. 2025
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Phil Helsel, NBC News, 16 Mar. 2025
If the maximum estimation is true, that would mean an additional 4,420,000 visits to fewer SSA offices every year.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
All rewards total estimations are net the annual fee.
—Brett Holzhauer, CNBC, 19 Mar. 2025
Olivia’s voice was as soothing as chamomile tea (in Coco’s estimation), whereas Nell served up a vocal that was less airy but no less appealing.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 10 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimation
Noun
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Patients will receive an assessment from a licensed clinician within 30 minutes after arriving.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Apr. 2025
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For Most 3-Pointers In A Season That means multiple interview rounds, technical assessments, culture-fit evaluations and follow-up conversations—all before a decision is made.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
Noun
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China accounts for around 80% of Apple’s production capacity with about 90% of iPhones assembled in the country, according to estimates from Evercore ISI.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
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Today, the White House provided their official analysis, which included estimates of an additional $4.1 trillion in revenue, relative to CBO's projection if the tax cuts expire.—
Hans Nichols,
Axios,
4 Apr. 2025
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Whether leading a team, negotiating a deal, managing conflicts or mentoring someone, always treat others with respect and empathy.—
Nuno Fernandes,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Tetris lost to all the others in every respect—except for game play.—
Henk Rogers,
Time,
3 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For Black investors, who already face racial disparities in lending and appraisals, the hurdles are even higher.—
Jasmine Browley,
Essence,
3 Apr. 2025
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In a hot market, appraisal gaps became commonplace in the most desirable neighborhoods and price points.—
TC Brown,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
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Implement Mechanisms to Curb Excessive Tenure – Encourage board refreshment and accountability through tools like mandatory retirement ages, term limits, and annual 360-degree director evaluations.—
Committee of 200,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Officers were finally able to detain the man, whose identity was not immediately available, about 7:30 a.m., and he was taken to a hospital for an evaluation, San Diego police said.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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Trump, in his first term, expressed a modicum of admiration while visiting what is affectionately called the Black Smithsonian.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
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The matching tattoos aren't just a stamp of admiration for the number.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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So in that regard, Josh Christopher, Keshad Johnson and Isaiah Stevens likely will remain within the Heat’s realm at least through the early stages of the offseason.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2025
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It’s designed to not only be easy to hit drives with, but also playable right off the fairway grass – behaving more like a long fairway wood in that regard.—
Scott Kramer,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Many borrowers have already incurred higher tax obligations by filing their taxes separately based on the assurance that their spouse’s income would be excluded from the payment calculation.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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With Adebayo in his way, Anunoby performed the calculations.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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“Estimation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimation. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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