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- DictionaryEs·ti·ma·tion/ˌestəˈmāSHən/
noun
- 1. a rough calculation of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something: "estimations of protein concentrations"
Estimation (or estimating) is the process of finding an estimate or approximation, which is a value that is usable for some purpose even if input data may be incomplete, uncertain, or unstable. The value is nonetheless usable because it is derived from the best information available.
Definitions of estimation. noun. an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth. synonyms: approximation, estimate, idea. see more. noun. a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody. “in my estimation the boy is innocent”. synonyms: estimate.
5 days ago · 1. singular noun [usually with poss] Your estimation of a person or situation is the opinion or impression that you have formed about them. [formal] He has gone down considerably in my estimation. He was the best player on the pitch in his manager's estimation. Synonyms: opinion, view, regard, belief More Synonyms of estimation. 2. countable noun.
Estimation definition: judgment or opinion. See examples of ESTIMATION used in a sentence.
Definition of estimation noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
noun. judgment or opinion: In my estimation the boy is guilty. esteem; respect. approximate calculation; estimate: to make an estimation of one's expenditures. See more. Origin of estimation. 1325–75; Middle English estimacioun <Middle French <Latin aestimātiōn- (stem of aestimātiō ). See estimate, -ion. Other words for estimation. 2.
1. a. The act or an instance of estimating: Estimation of the storm damage took weeks. b. The amount, extent, position, size, or value reached in an estimate: the cost estimation is $500. 2. An opinion or judgment: In my estimation, that is a good book. 3. Favorable regard; esteem: held her teacher in high estimation.
