Assess

Pronunciation

• IPA: /əˈsÉ›s/
• Rhymes: -É›s

Origin

From Old French assesser, from Medieval Latin assessare, originally the frequentative of Latin assessus, past participle of assidere, from ad ("to, towards, at") + sedeō ("sit; settle down").

Full definition of assess

Verb

1. (transitive) To determine, estimate or judge the value of; to evaluateHe assessed the situation.
2. (transitive) To impose or charge, especially as punishment for an infraction.The referee assessed a penalty for delaying the game.A $10.00 late fee will be assessed on all overdue accounts.
3. (transitive) To calculate and demand (the tax money due) from a person or entity.Once you've submitted a tax return, the Tax Department will assess the amount of tax you still owe.

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Anagrams

• sasses