Appraisal (Noun)
Meaning 1
A document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation).
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The art appraiser provided a detailed appraisal of the painting's value for the insurance company.
- The county assessor's office used the appraisal of the property to determine the tax rate.
- The appraiser's report included a thorough appraisal of the antique furniture's condition and value.
- The bank required an appraisal of the vehicle's market value before approving the loan.
- The estate's executors ordered an appraisal of the deceased's jewelry collection to determine its worth for probate purposes.
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Meaning 2
The classification of someone or something with respect to its worth.
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 3
An expert estimation of the quality, quantity, and other characteristics of someone or something.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The art critic's appraisal of the painting revealed a mix of positive and negative commentary.
- The jeweler provided an appraisal of the diamond ring, highlighting its clarity and cut.
- The employee's performance appraisal showed improvement over the past year, but still had some areas for growth.
- The insurance company hired an expert to conduct an appraisal of the damaged property to determine the extent of the loss.
- The appraiser's evaluation of the antique furniture collection took several hours, but ultimately provided a detailed appraisal of its value.