Definition

To assess or determine the value, quality, or significance of something after careful consideration.

Example

The teacher will evaluate the students' projects at the end of the semester.

Tense Forms

Conversation

How do you evaluate your progress in learning English?

I usually compare my speaking skills to where I was a few months ago.

That makes sense! I think I should evaluate my writing more often too.

Definitely, it really helps to see how much you've improved.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Evaluate → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of) and "valere" (meaning to be strong or to be worth). The word "evaluate" means to determine the worth or value of something by assessing it.

Memory Tip

Think of determining the 'worth' ('valere') of something by taking it 'out' ('ex-') for assessment.

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