All 3 Uses of
estimate
in
The Idiot
- His conclusion, his estimate of the "moment," doubtless contained some error, yet the reality of the sensation troubled him.†
Chpt 2.5estimate = a rough calculation or guess of a value, quantity, or extent of something
- In the first place, Mr. Keller, you have greatly overestimated my fortune in your article.†
Chpt 2.8overestimated = made a rough calculation or judgment that something would be greater or more extreme than it wasstandard prefix: The prefix "over-" in overestimated means excessively. This is the same pattern as seen in words like overconfident, overemphasize, and overstimulate.
- That he is right in his estimation I am absolutely persuaded.†
Chpt 3.5 *estimation = a judgment, rough calculation or guess of qualities or a value
Definition:
rough calculation or judgment