'assess' definitions:

Definition of 'assess'

From: WordNet
verb
Evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of; "I will have the family jewels appraised by a professional"; "access all the factors when taking a risk" [syn: measure, evaluate, valuate, assess, appraise, value]
verb
Charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine
verb
Set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) [syn: tax, assess]
verb
Estimate the value of (property) for taxation; "Our house hasn't been assessed in years"

Synonyms of 'assess'

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