Reappraisal Meaning
/rˌiəˈpreɪzəl/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA second look at or reassessment of the value of something; a new appraisal.
Sentence Examples
The company's situation requires a complete and deep reappraisal.
A reappraisal of the evidence led to a new verdict in court.
The economic crisis prompted a thorough reappraisal of our policies.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The committee ordered a ____ of the project after the new evidence.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The crisis prompted a thorough ____ of the company's risk management procedures.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Italic *wre- Latin re-der. Old French re-bor. Middle English re- English re- English appraisal English reappraisal From re- + appraisal.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"It is only recently that a reappraisal of homosexuality has led some psychologists and theologians to accept it as a natural and potentially healthy expression of human sexuality."
— 1976 February 7, Philip Gambone, “Coming Out: The Gay Identity Process”, in Gay Community News, volume 3, number 32, page 4:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The committee ordered a ____ of the project after the new evidence.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The crisis prompted a thorough ____ of the company's risk management procedures.