1
as in assessment
an opinion on the nature, character, or quality of something
the teacher's estimation of her student's scientific aptitude proved to be well-founded when he won a national science award
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2
as in estimate
the act of placing a value on the nature, character, or quality of something
I may have been a little too hasty in my estimation of his musical abilities
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3
as in respect
a feeling of great approval and liking
a show business superstar who enjoys the estimation of fans and fellow performers alike
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Recent Examples of estimation
Clearly, that second game has mattered little to the bookmakers’ estimations of this tie, as City are heavy favourites to qualify and odds-off to win in 90 minutes.
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Sam Tighe, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Big spender: Over $300 Bose QuietComfort Ultra Bluetooth headphones, $379.99
In our estimation, Bose still sits atop the noise cancellation game.
—Ars Staff, ArsTechnica, 7 May 2025
The resultant animals are thus only the tiniest sliver, by our estimation about 0.0018%, dire wolf.
—Douglas McCauley, Time, 27 Apr. 2025
Where does that leave in your estimation, everyone in between those two extremes?
—Devan Schwartz, Vox, 22 Apr. 2025
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Sam Tighe, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Big spender: Over $300 Bose QuietComfort Ultra Bluetooth headphones, $379.99
In our estimation, Bose still sits atop the noise cancellation game.
—Ars Staff, ArsTechnica, 7 May 2025
The resultant animals are thus only the tiniest sliver, by our estimation about 0.0018%, dire wolf.
—Douglas McCauley, Time, 27 Apr. 2025
Where does that leave in your estimation, everyone in between those two extremes?
—Devan Schwartz, Vox, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimation
Noun
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Success in the appeal can lead to savings for several years as the change becomes the basis for the next assessment, said Sepp.—
Ana Teresa Solá,
CNBC,
24 May 2025
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Our assessment of Barrick Mining across significant metrics such as Growth, Profitability, Financial Stability, and Resilience During Downturns indicates that the company exhibits a moderate operating performance and financial health, as elaborated below.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Some Senators have cited concerns about the bill increasing the federal deficit, as it is expected to add $3.8 trillion to the deficit over the next decade, according to an estimate from the Congressional Budget Office.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Climate & Environment State officials approve Edison rate hike for 2017 wildfire sparked by its equipment Jan. 30, 2025 Early estimates put the cost of damage from the Eaton fire at $10 billion, but experts said that number would grow.—
Caroline Petrow-Cohen,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2025
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With all due respect to Carlos Beltrán, Andruw Jones, Torii Hunter, Jim Edmonds and Andrew McCutchen, those first 10 seasons of Trout were epic.—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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There is a drop box and your flag will be treated with respect.—
Sarah Z. Sleeper,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 May 2025
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However, while consumers were more positive about current business conditions than last month, their appraisal of current job availability weakened for the fifth consecutive month.—
Dan Gooding
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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Centered on the author’s experience with an élite team of firefighters, this analysis of California’s wildfires entwines an account of the state’s 2021 fire season with an appraisal of its record of fire suppression.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
26 May 2025
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The swimmer, later identified as Sean Barton, a visitor from New Mexico, received initial treatment at the scene before being transported to a nearby hospital for further evaluation.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2025
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After the plane landed safely, Priester was removed by Connecticut State Police and taken by ambulance to a local hospital for evaluation before he was arrested and charged.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
29 May 2025
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But Waltz also advocated for further diplomatically isolating President Vladimir Putin — a position that was out of step with Trump, who has viewed the Russian leader, at moments, with admiration for his cunning in dealings with Trump’s predecessors.—
Matthew Lee,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2025
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Gifford expressed her admiration for Cody, who spearheaded a remodel of his family home.—
Ashley Hume , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2025
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My question is in regard to the remaining four starters.—
Josh Kendall,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Importantly, a dog’s wants and needs do not always align with what their owners expect, and this is a crucial point in regards to animal welfare.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
22 May 2025
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The calculations were done in units, which may be individual cans or packs of cans which are usually sold in quantities of five cans, according to the attorney.—
Lucas Dufalla,
Arkansas Online,
20 May 2025
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The office in Jackson, Ky., which was responsible for the area around London, had a March vacancy rate of 25%; the Louisville, Ky., weather service staff was down 29%; and the St. Louis office was down 16%, according to calculations by weather service employees obtained by the Associated Press.—
Bruce Schreiner,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2025
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“Estimation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/estimation. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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