Assess Definition

assess
verb
  1. evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of; "I will have the family jewels appraised by a professional"; "access all the factors when taking a risk"
  2. charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine
  3. set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine)
  4. estimate the value of (property) for taxation; "Our house hasn't been assessed in years"

"Assess" in song lyrics

See how assess is used in real songs:

  • "I assess"
    Binary Star — New Hip Hop
  • "big assess"
    AOL — AOL
  • "fat assess"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with assess

Usage tips for "assess"

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