assess crossword clue

 The answer to the crossword clue "assess" can vary depending on the number of letters the clue is looking for. Here are some possible answers for different lengths of words:

4 letters: RATE

5 letters: GAUGE

6 letters: SIZEUP

7 letters: EVALUATE

8 letters: APPRAISE

9 letters: ESTIMATE

The specific answer that is correct will depend on the context of the clue and the other words in the puzzle. For example, if the clue is "to evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of something", then the answer is likely to be "EVALUATE". However, if the clue is "to give a critical opinion of something", then the answer is more likely to be "APPRAISE".

I hope this helps!