evaluation

English

/ɪˌvæljuˈeɪʃən/

noun
Definitions
  • An assessment, such as an annual personnel performance review used as the basis for a salary increase or bonus, or a summary of a particular situation.
  • (mathematics) A completion of a mathematical operation; a valuation.
  • (computing) Determination of the value of a variable or expression.

Etymology

Derived from Middle French évaluation.

Origin

Middle French

évaluation

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