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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

  • (..) So what do you have to say? You haven't asked me anything. Didn't your dad tell you what I want to ask you? No. What grade are you in school? Sixth. The day your tutor came to your house and asked the lady about her pregnancy, were you there? (..)
    2011 A Separation