A parasite-prone peacock, for example, is more likely to be discovered by a discerning peahen because parasite infestation demonstrates itself as damage to plumage (which is more noticeable given the peacock's bright coloration).
An appraisal is a judgment of something, especially an estimate of how much it's worth. Usually you need an expert to give an official appraisal. If you were selling a house, you'd need an expert in real estate to give an appraisal of how much it's worth â that's an official estimate of how much you could sell it for. But this word can also be used in other less formal situations that call for a judgment or opinion of some sort.
An appraisal is an opinion of value that is completed by a professional appraiser who visits and inspects the size, condition, function and quality of the home. There are a few steps in the process. Comparables â the appraiser researches similar homes in your area and compares recent sales to determine market value. 2  Final Appraisal Report â using the data gathered from the inspection and comparables research, your appraiser issues a final appraisal report.