Pronunciation

/ˈævərɪdʒ/

Definitions

Noun

• A noun in this context refers to the arithmetic mean of a set of numbers, representing a typical or middle value: “The average temperature for January is 50°F.”
• In a figurative sense, it can mean a normal or typical level: “His grades were above average for his class.”

Verb

• As a verb, “average” means to calculate the mean or average of a set of numbers: “We averaged the scores to determine the winner.”
• It can also be used metaphorically to describe a standard or typical level: “Her performance was well above average.”

Adjective

• An adjective form is “average,” which describes something that is typical or not exceptional: “An average house has three bedrooms.”

Adverb

• Occasionally, “averagely” can function as an adverb to describe a level of quality or performance: “He played averagely well in the game.”

Phrases

• “Average out” means to find the mean or balance: “The prices had to be averaged out to create a fair deal.”
• “Above average” and “below average” are comparisons indicating better or worse than the norm.
• “Average Joe” is a colloquial term for an ordinary, unremarkable person.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The students’ test scores ranged from below average to above average.”
• Verb: “To calculate the average age of the team, we added them all up and divided by the number of members.”
• Adjective: “Her skills were considered average for her age group.”
• Adverb: “He performed averagely on stage, but the audience still enjoyed the show.”

Synonyms

• Mean
• Median
• Normal
• Standard
• Regular
• Commonplace
• Run-of-the-mill