estimate, appraise, evaluate, value, rate, assess mean to judge something with respect to its worth or significance. estimate implies a judgment, considered or casual, that precedes or takes the place of …

ask for/obtain an estimate (for sth) We can offer advice on how to obtain estimates for minor repairs. If it is discovered that the cost will be greater than originally estimated, a revised estimate may then be …

ESTIMATE definition: to form an approximate judgment or opinion regarding the worth, amount, size, weight, etc., of; calculate approximately. See examples of estimate used in a sentence.

1. to form an approximate judgment or opinion regarding the worth, amount, size, weight, etc., of; calculate approximately: to estimate costs. 2. to form an opinion of; judge. 3. to make an estimate. n. …

Definition of estimate noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

• According to some estimates, almost two thirds of the city has been destroyed by the earthquake. • But outside observers have been sharply scaling back their estimates.

The exact number of candies in this jar cannot be determined by looking at it, because most of the candies are not visible. It can be estimated by assuming that the density of the unseen candies is the …

calculate approximately: to estimate the cost of a college education. judge. to make an estimate. n. an approximate judgment or calculation, as of the value, amount, time, size, or weight of something. a …

According to government estimates, current oil reserves are 10 percent lower than they were a year ago. One conservative estimate is that he stole five million dollars. At a (very) rough estimate, the job will …

An estimate from someone who you employ to do a job for you, such as a builder or a plumber, is a written statement of how much the job is likely to cost. Quotes and estimates can be prepared by …