appraisal — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

appraisal (/əˈpreɪ.zəl/)

noun  ·  Advanced  ·  Work & Business

🔊 /əˈpreɪ.zəl/

Meaning

Meaning: formal review of work

A formal judgment of someone’s work or the value of something, often done once a year at work.

Examples

🗣 During her annual appraisal, her boss discussed her achievements and set new goals.

Etymology

From ‘appraise’ (Old French ‘aprisier’, to value), influenced by ‘praise’.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in human resources and for valuing property.

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Tags: work, evaluation

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