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assessor

|as-sess-or|

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/əˈsɛsər/

🇬🇧

/əˈsɛsə/

evaluator

Etymology
Etymology Information

'assessor' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'assessor', where 'assidere' meant 'to sit beside'.

Historical Evolution

'assessor' changed from the Latin word 'assessor' and eventually became the modern English word 'assessor'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'one who sits beside to assist', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'one who evaluates or estimates'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who evaluates or estimates the nature, ability, or quality of something.

The assessor evaluated the property for tax purposes.

Synonyms

Noun 2

an official who assesses property for taxation.

The city assessor determined the value of the new building.

Synonyms

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