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1. Estimate or determine the nature, value, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
   "I will have the family jewels appraised by a professional"
   - measure, evaluate, valuate, assess, value, scope
    
2. Consider in a comprehensive way
   "He appraised the situation carefully before acting"
   - survey

Derived forms: appraised, appraising, appraises

See also: appraisal, appraiser

Type of: analyse [Brit, Cdn], analyze [N. Amer], canvas, canvass, evaluate, examine, judge, pass judgment, study

Encyclopedia: Appraise