appraise — to assess the value, quality, or importance of something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to assess the value, quality, or importance of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈpreɪz/
Example Sentences
- The insurance company sent an expert to appraise the damage from my cat's indoor tornado adventure.
- I asked my mom to appraise my cooking, but she just ordered pizza instead.
- The bank requires you to have the house appraised before approving the mortgage.
appraise
VERB[/əˈpreɪz/]
to assess the value, quality, or importance of something
The jeweler carefully appraises the antique ring under a bright lamp.
The APP gets PRAISE - appraised for its amazing worth!
Appraise with careful gaze, then offer heartfelt praise
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'aprecier' meaning 'to set a price on,' derived from Latin 'pretium' meaning 'price' or 'value.' The prefix 'ap-' (to) was added to the root, and the word evolved through Middle English before reaching its modern form.
Breakdown
ap- (to, toward) + praise (from Old French 'pris' meaning price/value) = appraise (to determine the value or quality of something)
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📝Examples
“The insurance company sent an expert to appraise the damage from my cat's indoor tornado adventure.”
“I asked my mom to appraise my cooking, but she just ordered pizza instead.”
“The bank requires you to have the house appraised before approving the mortgage.”
“She carefully appraised his excuse for being late and decided it was complete nonsense.”
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