degree

[dɪˈɡriː]

degree Definition

• 1. a unit of measurement of angles, one three-hundred-and-sixtieth of the circumference of a circle
• 2. an academic rank conferred by a college or university after examination or after completion of a course of study, or conferred as an honor on a distinguished person
• 3. a stage in a scale or series, in particular

Using degree: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "degree" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She holds a degree in psychology.

• Example

  The temperature dropped several degrees overnight.

• Example

  He has a degree in mechanical engineering.

• Example

  The angle is 90 degrees.

degree Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for degree

• level
• rank
• position
• stage
• extent

Antonyms for degree

• whole
• totality

Idioms Using degree

• to a degree

  to some extent; somewhat

  Example

  I agree with you to a degree, but I still have some reservations.

• take something to a higher degree

  to increase the intensity, magnitude, or quality of something

  Example

  The new software takes the user experience to a higher degree.

• in degree

  to a certain extent; in a way

  Example

  The success of the project was due in degree to the hard work of the team.

Phrases with degree

• associate degree

  a degree granted after a two-year course of study, especially by community and junior colleges

  Example

  She earned an associate degree in nursing.

• bachelor's degree

  an undergraduate academic degree awarded by colleges and universities upon completion of a course of study lasting three to seven years

  Example

  He received his bachelor's degree in business administration.

• master's degree

  a postgraduate academic degree awarded by colleges and universities upon completion of a course of study demonstrating mastery or a high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice

  Example

  She earned her master's degree in education.

Origins of degree

from Old French 'degré', from Latin 'de- (down)' + 'gradus (step or grade)'

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Summary: degree in Brief

The term 'degree' [dɪˈɡriː] refers to a unit of measurement for angles, a level of academic achievement, or a stage in a scale or series. It can be used to describe temperature, angles, and academic qualifications, such as 'She holds a degree in psychology.' 'Degree' extends into phrases like 'bachelor's degree,' and idioms like 'to a degree,' denoting partial agreement, and 'take something to a higher degree,' implying increased intensity.