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Evaluation: Definition, Usage & Key Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：assessment of quality (evaluation)
evaluation
/ɪˌvæljuˈeɪʃn/
n.
The act of carefully examining something to judge its quality, importance, or value.
assessment of quality
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/əˈsɛsmənt ɒv ˈkwɒləti/
n.
The process of methodically analyzing or examining something in detail to determine its merit, significance, effectiveness, or worth.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'evaluare', meaning 'to determine the value of' (e- 'out' + valere 'be strong, be of worth').
💡 Mnemonic
Think 'e-VALUE-ation'. It's the process of determining the VALUE of something. The action of getting the VALUE out.
📖 Example
The teacher's evaluation of my essay helped me understand where I could improve my writing.
The teacher's assessment of the quality of my essay helped me understand where I could improve my writing.
🔗 Collocations
performance evaluation – A formal assessment of an employee's or student's work and achievements.
comprehensive evaluation – A thorough and complete assessment covering all aspects.
undergo evaluation – To be subjected to an assessment process.
🔄 Synonyms
appraisal (n.) – A formal assessment, typically of an employee's performance or a property's value.
assessment (n.) – The act of judging or deciding the amount, value, quality, or importance of something.
analysis (n.) – Detailed examination of the elements or structure of something.
🚫 Antonyms
neglect (n.) – The state of not giving proper care or attention.
assumption (n.) – A thing that is accepted as true without proof.
🌱 Derivatives
📖 Cultural Story
Derived from the Latin 'evaluare', meaning 'to determine the value of'. The concept became crucial in business and academia, evolving into a formal process for appraising worth, performance, or significance in various fields like employee reviews and academic assessments.
Meaning 2：forming an opinion (evaluation)
evaluation
/ɪˌvæljuˈeɪʃn/
n.
The act of forming an opinion or judgment about someone or something.
forming an opinion
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/ˈfɔːmɪŋ ən əˈpɪnjən/
n.
The act or process of reaching a conclusion or making a considered judgment about the nature or quality of someone or something.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
After tasting the new restaurant, our evaluation was that the food was delicious but a bit expensive.
After tasting the food at the new restaurant, our formed opinion was that the food was delicious but a bit expensive.
🔗 Collocations
critical evaluation – A judgment involving careful analysis and, often, the pointing out of faults.
subjective evaluation – A judgment based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions.
positive evaluation – A favorable judgment or opinion.
🔄 Synonyms
judgment (n.) – An opinion or conclusion formed after consideration.
opinion (n.) – A view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.
estimation (n.) – A rough calculation or a judgment of the worth or character of someone or something.
🚫 Antonyms
fact (n.) – A thing that is known or proved to be true.
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