estimation
estimation Lexical Profile
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• noun
A rough or approximate calculation of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something.
"The engineer provided a careful estimation of the materials required to complete the bridge renovation."
A personal judgment, opinion, or assessment of the worth, character, or quality of someone or something.
"In my estimation, the new curriculum offers a much better balance between theory and practical skill."
Respect, favorable regard, or high esteem held for a person or thing.
"Her willingness to take responsibility for the mistake caused her to rise significantly in the committee's estimation."
Word Nuance & Usage
While 'estimate' and 'estimation' both refer to an approximate calculation, 'estimation' is strongly preferred when expressing a personal judgment, opinion, or level of regard (e.g., 'in my estimation' or 'rose in her estimation').
• Rhymes for estimation
Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French estimation, from Latin aestimationem ('a valuation, appraisal'), a noun of action from the verb aestimare ('to value, determine the price of, or appraise').