estimate
verb · noun
Simple meaning
To judge and form an opinion of the value of, from imperfect data.
Pronunciation
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noun: estihmuhtverb: estihmayt
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈɛstəmət
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Definition
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verb
Judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time)
“I estimate this chicken to weigh three pounds.”
To calculate roughly, often from imperfect data.
To judge and form an opinion of the value of, from imperfect data.
Judge to be probable
noun
A document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation)
A rough calculation or assessment of the value, size, or cost of something.
A statement indicating the likely cost of some job
specifically in business and construction
A document (or verbal notification) specifying how much a job is likely to cost.
An upper limitation on some positive quantity.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- A2 · Elementary (estimated)
- Frequency
- Common
- Typical Use
- Everyday English
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More ways to use estimate
- “An estimate of what it would cost.”noun
- “Many factors are involved in any estimate of human life.”noun
- “I estimate this chicken to weigh three pounds.”verb
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An expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines).
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Income tax paid periodically on income that is not subject to withholding taxes.
Return required of a taxpayer whose tax withheld from income does not meet the tax liability for the year.
Return required of a taxpayer whose tax withheld from income does not meet the tax liability for the year.
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Synonyms
Sense: judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities
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