assessor
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for assessor, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person whose job is to evaluate the value of property, damage, or a claim, especially for tax or insurance purposes.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Old French assessour, from Latin assessor ("assistant judge, tax assessor").
Full origin of assessor →Frequently asked questions
What does “assessor” mean?
The word “assessor” means a person whose job is to evaluate the value of property, damage, or a claim, especially for tax or insurance purposes. In plain terms, someone whose job is to officially judge the value, quality, or extent of something.
How do you pronounce “assessor”?
“Assessor” is pronounced uh-SEH-suh (/əˈsɛsɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “assessor” in a sentence?
Here is “assessor” used in a sentence: “An insurance assessor came to inspect the damaged roof.”
What part of speech is “assessor”?
“Assessor” is a noun.
Where does the word “assessor” come from?
The word “assessor” comes from Latin. From Old French assessour, from Latin assessor ("assistant judge, tax assessor").
How many meanings does “assessor” have?
“Assessor” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person whose job is to evaluate the value of property, damage, or a claim, especially for tax or insurance purposes.