definition of
appraise

[1] #1 appraise v. [measure, evaluate, valuate, assess, value] evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of; "I will have the family jewels appraised by a professional"; "access all the factors when taking a risk". wn

[2] #2 appraise v. [survey] consider in a comprehensive way; "He appraised the situation carefully before acting". wn