level

[ˈlev.əl]

level Definition

• 1. a position on a scale of amount, quantity, extent, or quality
• 2. the height of something considered as a standard or reference point

Using level: Examples

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

• Example

  The water in the glass is at the same level as the water in the bottle.

• Example

  The company has reached a new level of success.

• Example

  The noise level in the classroom was too high.

• Example

  The level of pollution in the city has increased.

level Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for level

• rank
• grade
• position
• standard
• degree

Antonyms for level

• uneven
• irregular
• unleveled

Idioms Using level

• get a level playing field

  to create a situation where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed

  Example

  The government is working to get a level playing field for all businesses.

• on the level

  honest and sincere

  Example

  I think he's telling the truth; he seems to be on the level.

• lower the boom (hammer) on someone

  to punish someone severely

  Example

  The boss lowered the boom on him when he found out he had been stealing from the company.

Phrases with level

• sea level

  the average level of the surface of the sea with respect to the land

  Example

  The city is located at an altitude of 500 meters above sea level.

• on a level playing field

  in a situation where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed

  Example

  We need to ensure that all candidates are on a level playing field during the hiring process.

• level up

  to advance to the next level in a game or activity

  Example

  I need to level up my character before I can defeat the boss.

Origins of level

from Middle English 'level', from Old English 'lǣfel', meaning 'a level part of a field'

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Summary: level in Brief

The term 'level' [ˈlev.əl] refers to a position on a scale of amount, quantity, extent, or quality, or the height of something considered as a standard or reference point. It can denote the same height or amount, exemplified by 'The water in the glass is at the same level as the water in the bottle,' or a degree of success, as in 'The company has reached a new level of success.' 'Level' extends into phrases like 'sea level,' and idioms like 'on the level,' denoting honesty, and 'lower the boom on someone,' implying punishment.