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grade

[ɡreɪd]

grade Definition

  • 1a particular level of rank, quality, proficiency, intensity, or value
  • 2a mark indicating the quality of a student's work
  • 3a slope or incline, especially on a road or railway

Using grade: Examples

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

  • Example

    She received an A grade on her essay.

  • Example

    The road has a steep grade.

  • Example

    The quality of the product is not up to grade.

grade Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for grade

Idioms Using grade

  • get good grades

    to receive high marks on academic work

    Example

    She always gets good grades in math.

  • cutting edge

    the most advanced stage of development in a particular field

    Example

    Their technology is at the cutting edge of the industry.

  • to have a shared understanding or agreement about something

    Example

    We need to make sure we're all on the same page before we start the project.

Phrases with grade

  • the first year of primary school education

    Example

    My son is in first grade this year.

  • to pass something with great success or distinction

    Example

    She studied hard and passed her exams with flying colors.

  • to reach the required standard

    Example

    I'm not sure if I'll make the grade for this job.

Origins of grade

from Latin 'gradus', meaning 'step'

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Summary: grade in Brief

The term 'grade' [ɡreɪd] refers to a particular level of rank, quality, proficiency, intensity, or value. It can also refer to a mark indicating the quality of a student's work or a slope or incline. Phrases like 'first grade' and idioms like 'get good grades' are common in academic contexts, while 'cutting edge' and 'on the same page' are used in professional settings.

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