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estimation

[/ˌestɪˈmeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: estimations
estimativa
1. An approximate calculation or judgment of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something
The estimation of the project cost was around $50,000.
A estimativa do custo do projeto foi de aproximadamente $50.000.
2. The process of estimating; forming an approximate idea
Estimation requires careful analysis of available data.
A estimativa requer uma análise cuidadosa dos dados disponíveis.
3. Respect, regard, or opinion held about someone or something
He rose in her estimation after his honest behavior.
Ele aumentou em sua estimação após seu comportamento honesto.
Synonyms
estimateassessmentevaluationappraisalcalculationapproximationjudgment
Antonyms
exactnessprecisionaccuracy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estimativa
most common usage
Brazil
avaliação
when referring to appraisal or judgment
Portugal
estimativa
standard usage
Portugal
cálculo aproximado
when emphasizing the approximate nature

Related Idioms & Phrases

in someone's estimation
rough estimation
estimation error
cost estimation
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