estimation (ˌɛstɪˈmeɪʃən
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Definitions
noun
- a considered opinion; judgment ⇒
what is your estimation of the situation?
- esteem; respect
- the act of estimating
Synonyms
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opinion,
view,
regard,
belief,
honour,
credit,
consideration,
judgment,
esteem,
evaluation,
admiration,
reverence,
veneration,
good opinion considered opinion
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estimate,
reckoning,
assessment,
appreciation,
valuation,
appraisal,
guesstimate,
ballpark figure,
Usage examples
`No. `'That's good, because you'd have gone down in my estimation if you did.
, A Means to Evil (1993)This figure has increased from an earlier estimation made in 1994 that valued the work necessary to safely secure the building at £100,000.
Country Life (2005)"Until now there is no estimation regarding how many seats the political parties will get.
canada.com (2005)Savage's estimation of the present Wales side is even higher.
Times, Sunday Times (2002)The usual test is to measure prothrombin time which gives a reasonable estimation of the vitamin K present.
, Thorsons' Complete Guide to Vitamins and Minerals (1989)