Reassesses

Reassesses is the third-person singular present tense of the verb reassess. It means to evaluate or estimate something again, typically to incorporate new information, changing circumstances, or revised criteria.

In professional contexts such as business, government, science, and journalism, reassesses is used when prior assessments are subject to revision. It signals an ongoing or repeated process of evaluation rather than a one-off decision.

Nuance: Reassess emphasizes repetition and potential modification of a judgment; synonymous terms include reevaluate, reexamine, and reappraise. The choice among them depends on subtle differences in emphasis, with reassess often implying a formal review or revision against updated criteria.

Examples: The committee reassesses the budget after new financial data. The insurer reassesses risk as market conditions change.

Etymology: The word is formed from the prefix re- meaning again, attached to the verb assess.