Reassess: meaning, definitions and examples

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reassess

 

[ ˌriːəˈsɛs ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

performance evaluation

To assess or evaluate again, typically to make adjustments or corrections based on new information or changed circumstances.

Synonyms

re-evaluate, reconsider, review.

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Word Description / Examples
reassess

Typically used in professional and formal settings where a thorough analysis is required to evaluate the current situation or performance. It often involves re-examination in light of new information or changing circumstances.

  • We need to reassess our strategy for the upcoming quarter.
  • The company decided to reassess its policies following the new regulations.
re-evaluate

Used when a careful and detailed examination is necessary, often to reconsider the value, condition, or importance of something. Suitable for both professional and personal contexts.

  • You should re-evaluate your career goals every few years.
  • The doctor advised me to re-evaluate my diet for better health.
review

Often used when making a general assessment or inspection, which can range from formal to informal settings. It usually involves going over material or performance to ensure accuracy or satisfaction.

  • The teacher will review the homework assignments tomorrow.
  • It's important to review your notes before the exam.
reconsider

Commonly used in situations where a decision or opinion needs to be changed based on new insights or arguments. It is often less formal than 'reassess' or 're-evaluate' and can imply a more subjective judgment.

  • She asked me to reconsider my decision to move abroad.
  • The council will reconsider the proposal next week.

Examples of usage

  • Before finalizing the budget, we need to reassess our financial projections.
  • After receiving feedback, the team decided to reassess their marketing strategy.
  • The company reassessed their goals after facing unexpected challenges.

Translations

Translations of the word "reassess" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reavaliar

🇮🇳 पुनर्मूल्यांकन करना

🇩🇪 neu bewerten

🇮🇩 menilai kembali

🇺🇦 переоцінити

🇵🇱 ponownie ocenić

🇯🇵 再評価する (さいひょうかする)

🇫🇷 réévaluer

🇪🇸 reevaluar

🇹🇷 yeniden değerlendirmek

🇰🇷 재평가하다

🇸🇦 إعادة تقييم

🇨🇿 přehodnotit

🇸🇰 prehodnotiť

🇨🇳 重新评估 (chóngxīn pínggū)

🇸🇮 ponovno oceniti

🇮🇸 endurmeta

🇰🇿 қайта қарау

🇬🇪 ხელახლა შეფასება

🇦🇿 yenidən qiymətləndirmək

🇲🇽 reevaluar

Etymology

The term 'reassess' originated from the combination of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' or 'back' and the word 'assess' meaning 'to evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of'. The concept of reassessment is rooted in the idea of continuously reviewing and adjusting evaluations based on new information or changing circumstances.

See also: assess, assessable, assessably, assessed, assessing, assessingly, assessment, assessments, assessor, reassessment.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,923, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.