self-assessment
noun
self-as·sess·ment
ˌself-ə-ˈses-mənt 
-a-ˈses-
plural self-assessments
: the act or process of analyzing and evaluating oneself or one's actions : assessment of oneself
a questionable self-assessment
a self-assessment tool/test
"There are many factors in choosing a job or career and that's why self-assessment is important," she [Bernadette Walsh] says.—
Peter McGuire
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The process involves self-assessment and peer review visits.
—Jimmy Aguilar, The Conversation, 8 May 2025
Do guidelines rely on the idea that in addition to editing a manuscript, editors must undertake this self-assessment?
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 7 May 2025
For older leaders seeking to maximize their continuing impact, regular self-assessment of the five critical areas outlined above can help identify specific development opportunities.
—Joseph Folkman, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
The following self-assessment tool is provided for your personal reflection.
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Jimmy Aguilar, The Conversation, 8 May 2025
Do guidelines rely on the idea that in addition to editing a manuscript, editors must undertake this self-assessment?
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 7 May 2025
For older leaders seeking to maximize their continuing impact, regular self-assessment of the five critical areas outlined above can help identify specific development opportunities.
—Joseph Folkman, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
The following self-assessment tool is provided for your personal reflection.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-assessment
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“Self-assessment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-assessment. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
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