evaluative Meaning & Definition
/ɪˈvæl.ju.ə.tɪv/
What Does Evaluative Mean?
As an adjective, evaluative means Relating to the assignment of value to a person, thing, or event. It can also mean Judgmental; tending to reduce a thing to a simple evaluation.
Evaluative: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɪˈvæl.ju.ə.tɪv// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | critical and appraising |
| Comparative / superlative | more evaluative, most evaluative |
Evaluative Definition (Adjective)
- Relating to the assignment of value to a person, thing, or event.
- Judgmental; tending to reduce a thing to a simple evaluation.
Synonyms of Evaluative
Evaluative synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Evaluative
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Evaluative in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
evaluative (comparative more evaluative, superlative most evaluative)
Origin of Evaluative
From evaluate + -ive.
How to Pronounce Evaluative
The standard pronunciation of evaluative is //ɪˈvæl.ju.ə.tɪv//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Evaluative: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is evaluative?
Evaluative is an adjective.
What is another word for evaluative?
Words with a similar meaning to evaluative include critical and appraising. See the full list of evaluative synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of evaluative?
The comparative form is more evaluative and the superlative form is most evaluative.