evaluations
|e-val-u-a-tion|
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/ɪˌvæljuˈeɪʃən/
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/ɪˌvæljʊˈeɪʃən/
(evaluation)
assessing again
Etymology
'evaluation' originates from Modern Latin, specifically the word 'evaluatio', where 'e-/ex-' meant 'out' and 'valere' meant 'to be strong, to be worth'.
'evaluation' changed from Medieval/Modern Latin word 'evaluatio' and from French 'évaluation' and eventually became the modern English word 'evaluation' in the 18th century.
Initially, it meant 'a determination of value or worth', and over time it has retained that core sense while expanding to include formal assessments, tests, and reports.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of judging or determining the value, quality, or importance of something.
The committee's evaluations of the proposals will be completed next week.
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Noun 2
a report or outcome that gives a judgment or rating (often formal or official).
Student evaluations of the course were generally positive.
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Noun 3
the act of testing or measuring performance, skill, or condition (e.g., medical or performance evaluations).
Regular evaluations of employee performance help identify training needs.
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Last updated: 2025/11/25 16:52