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Definition evaluate in American English

evaluate verb

[transitive] verb
/ɪˈvæljuˌeɪt/
1

to think carefully about something before making a judgment about its value, importance, or quality

Example

The performance of each employee is evaluated once a year.

Example

The study will evaluate the long-term effects of exposure to radiation.

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Definition evaluate in American English