Estimation Meaning
/ˌɛs.tɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe process of making an estimate.
nounThe amount, extent, position, size, or value reached in an estimate.
Sentence Examples
Your estimation of him is a little high, to say the least.
You must not base your estimation of a person on rumor alone.
In my estimation, he is an honest man.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
My ____ of the project's budget turned out to be far too low.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
In my ____, she is the most qualified candidate for the position of manager.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English estimacioun, estimacion, from Old French estimacion, from Latin aestimatio. Morphologically estimate + -ion.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
My ____ of the project's budget turned out to be far too low.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
In my ____, she is the most qualified candidate for the position of manager.