ASSESS
/əˈsɛs/ ► audio Scrabble 6 Words With Friends 6
Definition
- verb evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of.
— synonyms: measure, evaluate, valuate, appraise, value
- verb charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine.
- verb set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine).
— synonyms: tax
- verb estimate the value of (property) for taxation.
Examples
- “He assessed the situation.”
- “A $10.00 late fee will be assessed on all overdue accounts.”
- “Once you've submitted a tax return, the Tax Department will assess the amount of tax you still owe.”
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