grade

Definition

  • noun: a level of study that is completed by a student during one year
  • noun: a position in a scale of ranks or qualities
  • verb: to give a grade to (a student or a student's work)
  • verb: to arrange in 'grades'
  • synonyms: sort, acclivity, adjust

Examples

  • ('US') I got a good 'grade' on my math test. = ('Brit') I got a good 'grade' in my maths test.

  • Many people apply for these positions, but only a few 'make the grade'.

  • How would you 'grade' your meal on a scale from one to five?

Movie quotes

  • (..) Okay, have you tried ? him ? Yes, I tried everything, rubber, plastic... Did you try magnetizing him? I didn't...try magnetizing him. Okay, well, remember eighth grade Science class? If you magnetize a nail with a battery... - You cause an electric charge. - Yes... How do you hear? (..)
    2014 The Amazing Spider-Man 2
  • (..) You had been in a terrible accident. I'm Dr. Kafka. I'm here to help you. Of course you are, Doc'. That's why you prepared a military grade, Biostimulate electrode. High intensity capacitors. The kind they make at Oscorp. All of this because you're trying to help me. You are correct. (..)
    2014 The Amazing Spider-Man 2