reevaluate

Reevaluation is the act of evaluating something again, typically to update or correct a prior assessment in light of new information, changed circumstances, or a different perspective. It is used across fields such as government policy, business, science, and personal decision making.

The term combines the prefix re- with evaluate; it is used in English to describe revisiting an earlier evaluation. It is often used in formal or semi-formal contexts.

In usage, reevaluate is a transitive verb that takes an object, as in a committee reevaluating a policy or an investment portfolio being reevaluated after market changes. It can also refer to reexamining underlying assumptions or criteria.

A reevaluation usually involves identifying the reasons for reassessment, collecting new data, comparing results with established criteria, and determining whether the original conclusion should be revised. In organizations, this can be part of audits, reviews, or iterative decision-making cycles.

Reevaluation can improve accuracy and accountability but may also lead to instability if done too frequently or without clear criteria. It is most effective when criteria are explicit and information is reliable.

Related terms include reassessment and reexamination.