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Definition of reckoning - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
opinionjudgment or opinion about something
- Her reckoning of the situation was accurate.
2.
calculationthe act of calculating or estimating something
- The reckoning of the total cost was difficult.
3.
financethe settlement of accounts between parties
- The reckoning between the partners was amicable.
4.
justiceretribution for one's actions
- The day of reckoning had finally arrived.
Adjective
1.
mathematicsrelated to calculation or estimation
- The reckoning figures were surprisingly accurate.
2.
judgementinvolving judgment or opinion
- Their reckonings reflected harsh judgments about the proposal.
Expressions with reckoning
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without doubt or question in any evaluation
By any reckoning, she is the best candidate.
according to everyone's judgment or estimation
By anyone's reckoning, she is the best player.
time when past mistakes catch up with one
He knew his day of reckoning would come eventually.
making an estimate with little information
His plan was based on dead reckoning, not facts.
end or conclusion of an account or score
The final reckoning showed that he owed much more than he had anticipated.
time when consequences must be faced
The company faced its moment of reckoning after the scandal.
included as a possible choice or competitor
She is still in the reckoning for the prize.
according to someone's opinion or judgment
In my reckoning, this is the best solution.
according to someone's personal judgment or calculation
By his reckoning, the project will finish next week.
according to someone's opinion or calculation
By my reckoning, we have enough food for a week.
align with someone's estimation or judgment
The results accord to his reckoning of the situation.
start being considered as a possible choice or factor
After his last win, he came into the reckoning for the title.
misleading or deceptive calculation
The bill seemed like a Dutch reckoning.
settle a bill or account at a restaurant
After dinner, he went to pay the reckoning.
Origin of reckoning
Old English, gerecenian (to recount)
Terms with reckoning included in their meaning
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money
render a reckoning of funds or items
spirituality
get ready for death or a final reckoning
metaphor
critical time of decision or reckoning
Examples of reckoning in a sentence
The reckoning of the jury was unanimous. The reckoning of the budget took all afternoon. His reckoning of the figures was surprisingly accurate. The reckoning of the annual accounts took all day. Their financial reckoning was scheduled for next month. His reckoning came when the truth was revealed.
The reckoning for his crimes was severe and swift. The reckoning calculations were complex and detailed. Her reckoning skills were essential for the project. The committee's reckoning analysis drew criticism. His reckoning remarks upset the audience.
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- French:jugement, chiffré, ...
- German:Einschätzung, schätzend, ...
- Italian:opinione, di calcolo, ...
- Spanish:opinión, de cálculo, ...
- Portuguese:julgamento, de cálculo, ...
- Chinese:判断, 计算的, ...
- Japanese:判断, 計算された, ...
- Arabic:تَقْدِير, حِسَابِيّ, ...
- Hebrew:הֶעֱרָכָה, חִישׁוּבִי, ...
- Russian:оценка, расчетный, ...
- Ukrainian:оцінка, обчислювальний, ...
- Hindi:आकलन, गणनात्मक, ...
Definition of reckon - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
- They reckon to finish by noon.
2.
- I reckon he's already left.
3.
calculationtr. Rare UK estimate or calculate numericallytr. Rare UK
- I reckon the total cost will be around $200.
Expressions with reckon
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expect or anticipate something
They didn't reckon on the sudden change in weather.
deal with a difficult situation or problem
She had to reckon with the challenges of her new job.
calculate the total of numbers or items
She had to reckon up the expenses for the trip.
not consider something important
They reckoned without the weather when planning the picnic.
ask if someone thinks something is true or likely
You reckon we can finish by Friday?
asks someone for their opinion about a situation
"What do you reckon about the new manager?" he asked quietly.
express informal agreement or acknowledgment
"Are you coming to the party?" "I reckon so."
fail to consider an important factor
They reckoned without their host when planning the event.
Origin of reckon
Old English, gerecenian (to explain)
Examples of reckon in a sentence
Do you reckon to visit them soon? I reckon we should leave early. Do you reckon it will rain today? Can you reckon the distance to the nearest town? They reckon the project will take six months to complete.
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- French:compter, penser, ...
- German:rechnen, glauben, ...
- Italian:contare, pensare, ...
- Spanish:calcular, suponer, ...
- Portuguese:esperar, achar, ...
- Chinese:计划, 认为, ...
- Japanese:予定している, 思う, ...
- Arabic:توقَّعَ, ظَنَّ, ...
- Hebrew:לְצַפּוֹת לְ־, לַחְשֹׁב, ...
- Russian:планировать, думать, ...
- Ukrainian:планувати, вважати, ...
- Hindi:उम्मीद करना, मानना, ...
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