assessing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /əˈsɛsɪŋ/
KK: /əˈsɛsɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of evaluating or judging something, often to determine its value or quality.
Example
The assessing of student performance is crucial for understanding their progress.
Conversation
Have you finished assessing your project yet?
Not yet, I’m still gathering all the data.
I find assessing things helps me stay organized.
Yeah, I agree! It really gives you a clear picture.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
evaluation
appraisal
analysis
Antonyms
neglect
overlook
disregard
verb
Definition
To evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of something.
Example
The teacher is assessing the students' progress through various tests.
Tense Forms
Past: assessed
Past Participle: assessed
Conversation
Have you started assessing your progress on the project yet?
Not really, I've been a bit busy with other tasks.
You should definitely take some time to start assessing it soon.
Root Explanation
Assessing → It is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "sedere" (meaning to sit). The word "assessing" means to sit down to evaluate or estimate the value of something.
Memory Tip
Think of 'sitting down' ('sedere') to 'evaluate' something ('ad-') — that's why assessing means to evaluate or estimate.
Visually Confused Words
possessing
assassin
coassession