This is the 9879th most frequent Japanese word.
評する
To evaluate or critique.
In this sentence, '評する' is used to mean 'to critique' or 'evaluate' someone's work, specifically referring to the artistic appraisal of the painting.
彼は新作の絵画を評した。
He critiqued the new painting.
Here, '評する' indicates the action of evaluating or commenting on one's suggestions or ideas in a professional or formal setting.
会議で彼の提案が評されました。
His proposal was evaluated during the meeting.
In this sentence, '評する' demonstrates the meaning of analyzing and providing an impartial review, typically applied to critical analysis.