evaluation
noun [ C or U ]
uk/ɪˌvæljuˈeɪʃən/ usthe process of judging something's quality, importance, or value, or a report that includes this information:
get/give/offer an evaluation Before filing for bankruptcy, it is advisable to get an evaluation done by a bankruptcy attorney.
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evaluation of sth Based on its evaluation of market conditions, the company had decided not to repurchase shares at this time.
IT
the action of trying a new computer system or program in order to decide whether to buy it:
evaluation version/edition Click here to download a free evaluation version of our software, valid for a 30-day trial period.
See also
performance evaluation
self-evaluation