Meaning

(transitive) To determine the value or worth of (something), particularly as a person appointed for this purpose..

Definitions by Sense

1. (transitive) To determine the value or worth of (something), particularly as a person appointed for this purpose.
2. (transitive) To consider comprehensively.
3. (transitive) To judge the performance of someone, especially a worker.
4. (transitive) To estimate; to conjecture.
5. (transitive) To praise; to commend.
6. (transitive, proscribed) To apprise, inform.

Example Sentences

to appraise goods and chattels

At the end of the contract, you will be appraised by your line manager.

Word Forms

• appraises
• appraising
• appraised
• apprize

Synonyms for appraise

Antonyms for appraise

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When Should You Use Appraise?

Use appraise when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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