assess in WordNet English dictionary

1. 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"
   measure  evaluate  valuate  assess  appraise  value 
   
2. estimate the value of (property) for taxation
   "Our house hasn't been assessed in years"
   assess 
   
3. set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine)
   tax  assess 
   
4. charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine
   assess