B2verbformaleducationacademic
US/əˈses/
UK/əˈses/
to judge the quality, size or value of something, often in a careful, planned way
In context
Teachers assess pupils through projects as well as written tests.
It is too early to assess the effects of the new law.
Experts were sent to assess the damage after the flood in central Vietnam.
Words that go with assess
verb + noun
- assess the impactThe report assesses the impact of tourism on Hoi An.
- assess the riskSchools must assess the risk before taking pupils on a trip.
- assess the damageEngineers came to assess the damage to the old bridge.
- assess performanceCompanies use different methods to assess performance.
adverb + verb
- accurately assessA single exam cannot accurately assess a child's ability.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The teacher assessed about our speaking skills.Correct: The teacher assessed our speaking skills.