Definition of 'assess'

Verb

1. place a value on; judge the worth of something; "I will have the family jewels appraised by a professional"
      Synonyms: measure evaluate valuate appraise value
2. charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine
3. set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine)
      Synonyms: tax
4. estimate the value of (property) for taxation; "Our house hasn't been assessed in years"

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