evaluation
Evaluation (noun) means a formal assessment of someone or something's quality or performance. Example: “Her annual evaluation praised her leadership skills.”
How to use evaluation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA judgment made after careful assessment.
Word forms
evaluations plural
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Her annual _____ praised her leadership skills.
Etymology
From French évaluation, built from evaluate + -ion.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “evaluation” mean?
The word “evaluation” means a formal assessment of someone or something's quality or performance. In plain terms, a judgment made after careful assessment.
How do you pronounce “evaluation”?
“Evaluation” is pronounced ih-val-yoo-AYSHN (/ɪˌvæljuˈeɪʃn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “evaluation” in a sentence?
Here is “evaluation” used in a sentence: “Her annual evaluation praised her leadership skills.”
What part of speech is “evaluation”?
“Evaluation” is a noun.
Where does the word “evaluation” come from?
The word “evaluation” comes from French. From French évaluation, built from evaluate + -ion.
Is “evaluation” a common word?
“Evaluation” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “evaluation” have?
“Evaluation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a formal assessment of someone or something's quality or performance.
What is the difference between "evaluation" and "assessment"?
The two overlap, but "evaluation" tends to emphasise judging quality, worth, or effectiveness, while "assessment" often refers to measuring or gathering information. An evaluation typically ends with a conclusion or rating.
What is the difference between "evaluation" and "appraisal"?
Both mean a formal judgement of quality or performance. "Appraisal" is especially common for valuing property or reviewing an employee's work, while "evaluation" is broader and used across education, business, and research.
What preposition goes with "evaluation"?
Evaluation is usually followed by "of," as in "an evaluation of the project." You can also say "evaluation by" to name who carried it out, and "evaluation for" to name its purpose.
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