Word: Grade

Pronunciation

/ɡreɪd/

Definitions

• Noun:

  • A level or rank in a graded system, especially one used in schools, colleges, or universities to indicate the quality of a student’s work. For example: “She got straight A’s in her grades this semester.”
  • A classification of items according to quality, size, or some other measurable characteristic. For example: “This beef is of the highest grade.”
  • A score or evaluation given to someone or something based on specific criteria. Example: “The teacher assigned grades to the students’ essays.”

• Verb:

  • To evaluate or assess (a student’s work, performance, etc.) and assign a grade to it. Example: “The teacher will grade the exams tomorrow.”
  • To arrange or classify things according to quality, size, or rank. Example: “The fruit was graded by size before being packed.”

Phrases

• “Grade point average (GPA)” is a measure of academic achievement calculated as an average of all grades received.
• “Passing grade” refers to the minimum acceptable grade that allows one to pass a course.
• “Grade up/down” means to move to a higher or lower grade, often in reference to a job promotion or demotion.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “His hard work resulted in top grades across all subjects.”
• Verb: “I need to finish grading these papers before the end of the day.”

Synonyms

• Mark
• Score
• Assessment
• Evaluation
• Classification
• Rating
• Rank
• Level
• Standing