evaluating
verb (present participle)UK /ɪˈvæljueɪtɪŋ/
US /ɪˈvæljueɪtɪŋ/
Looking at something carefully to decide how good or useful it is.
The teacher is evaluating our science projects this week.
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2. Finding the value of a number or expression in math.
She is evaluating the expression 3x + 2 when x equals 4.
3. Checking how well someone or something is doing.
The coach is evaluating the players during practice.
4. Deciding whether an idea or plan is good before using it.
They are evaluating the new plan before spending money on it.