evaluation
gb/ɪvˌæljuˈeɪʃən/ us/ɪvˌæljuˈeɪʃən/
B1
English
~ 2800
értékelés, kiértékelés, programértékelés
NOUN
B1
1
értékelés
B1
Usage pattern:
an evaluation of [something]
The teacher completed an evaluation of each student's project.
A tanár elkészítette minden diák projektjének értékelését.
We need a full evaluation before making any decisions.
A döntés előtt teljes körű értékelésre van szükségünk.
Her evaluation of the proposal was detailed and fair.
The company conducts an annual evaluation of all employees.
A medical evaluation is required before surgery.
Learner examples
The teacher gave an evaluation of my work.
A tanár értékelést adott a munkámról.
We had an evaluation at the end of the course.
A tanfolyam végén értékelés volt.
The boss did an evaluation of my job.
I wrote an evaluation of the new plan.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'evaluation' with 'value'; 'value' means worth, while 'evaluation' is the process of judging worth.
Meaning
assessment of quality or value
Collocations
performance evaluation
|evaluation process
|evaluation report
|evaluation criteria
|evaluation form
Synonyms
assessment (Very close in meaning; often interchangeable, but 'assessment' can also refer to measuring progress without a final judgment.)
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appraisal ('Appraisal' is often used in business or property contexts for judging value.)
Antonyms
neglect (Failure to examine or judge something at all.)
Themes
business
|education
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The act of looking at something carefully to decide how good, useful, or important it is.
The process of forming a judgment about the quality, value, or significance of something based on careful consideration or criteria.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
2
Usage pattern:
conduct an evaluation of [a system/process]
The research team conducted an evaluation of the new treatment method.
A kutatócsoport elvégezte az új kezelési módszer értékelését.
Evaluation metrics help us understand the software's efficiency.
Az értékelési mutatók segítenek megérteni a szoftver hatékonyságát.
Program evaluation showed significant improvements in outcomes.
Learner examples
We did an evaluation of the machine.
Elvégeztük a gép értékelését.
The company had an evaluation of the new system.
A vállalatnál elvégezték az új rendszer értékelését.
The team made an evaluation after the test.
Meaning
systematic performance analysis
Collocations
program evaluation
|data evaluation
|evaluation metrics
|evaluation framework
Synonyms
analysis ('Analysis' focuses more on breaking down components; 'evaluation' includes judgment based on results.)
Antonyms
implementation (Carrying out a plan rather than studying its performance.)
Themes
science
|business
|technology
Definition
A careful study done in science, business, or other fields to see how well something works.
A structured process used in technical, scientific, or organizational contexts to measure and analyze the effectiveness, performance, or impact of a system, program, or method.
Grammar
Dictionary form
evaluation
IPA
GB/ɪvˌæljuˈeɪʃən/
US/ɪvˌæljuˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
eval - u - ation (3 syllables)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: evaluation
- Plural: evaluations
Word family
Forms
evaluations
noun
Core family
evaluate
verb B1
evaluator
noun
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
devalue
verb
valueless
adjective
Expressions
evaluation criteria
1/ɪvˌæljuˈeɪʃən kɹaɪtˈɪɹiə/
fixed phrase
standards for judging something
The rules or points used to decide how good something is.
Examples
- We need clear evaluation criteria before we start grading the projects.
- The evaluation criteria include accuracy, creativity, and teamwork.
medical evaluation
1/mˈɛdɪkəl ɪvˌæljuˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
professional health check by doctor
When a doctor looks at your health to find out if you are sick or healthy.
Examples
- He went for a medical evaluation after feeling dizzy.
- A medical evaluation is required before joining the sports team.
performance evaluation
1/pɚfˈɔɹməns ɪvˌæljuˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal review of work performance
A meeting or report where a boss talks about how well someone is doing their job.
Examples
- My annual performance evaluation is next week.
- The performance evaluation showed that she exceeded expectations.