verb
- evaluating or assessing the value, quality, or importance of something
Usage: present participle of ‘appraise’
adjective
- showing careful evaluation or assessment
Usage: often used to describe looks or glances
Examples
- The expert is appraising the antique furniture for insurance purposes.
- She spent the morning appraising the job candidates’ qualifications.
- He gave her an appraising look before making his decision.
- The teacher was appraising the students’ progress throughout the semester.
- With an appraising eye, the collector examined the rare painting.
- The manager is appraising the team’s performance this quarter.
- She cast an appraising glance at the new employee.