Appraisal

/əˈpreɪzəl/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The act or process of assessing the value or quality of property or an asset.
    The homeowner requested an appraisal before selling the house.
  2. (n.) A formal statement or report giving an estimated value.
    The appraisal confirmed that the artwork was worth over $10,000.

Forms

  • appraisals

Commentary

Appraisal often requires expertise and is critical in contexts like property sales and insurance; precise language is key to avoid ambiguity.

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