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Estimate

Definition

(verb) To make an approximate calculation or judgment about the value, size, or cost of something

Examples

Experts estimate that the project will take at least six months to complete.
  • Can you estimate the repair bill?

  • I estimated the taxi would cost about twenty bucks.

  • Marta estimated thirty people showed up at the bar.

  • They estimate it'll rain by noon.

Related words

Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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