Word: Level

Pronunciation

/ˈlɛvəl/

Definitions

• Noun:

  • A horizontal plane or line that serves as a reference point for measuring height or depth. Example: “The water reached a dangerous level.”
  • A position on a graded scale, especially one of a series of stages in a process or hierarchy. Example: “She’s achieved a new level of success in her career.”
  • A device used to establish or indicate a horizontal plane. Example: “A carpenter’s spirit level.”

• Verb:

  • To make something horizontal or flat. Example: “We need to level the ground before we build the house.”
  • To aim or direct something horizontally. Example: “He leveled his gaze at the speaker.”
  • To bring to a common standard or degree; equalize. Example: “The new policy aims to level the playing field for small businesses.”

• Adjective:

  • Having no part higher than another; flat or even. Example: “The land is fairly level around here.”
  • Being of the same rank, status, or ability. Example: “They’re on a level footing with their competitors.”

Phrases

• “On a level playing field”: In a situation where all participants have an equal chance of succeeding.
• “Level up”: To advance to a higher rank or stage, often used in video games or metaphorically in life or career situations.
• “Level best”: One’s utmost effort or ability; trying one’s hardest.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The rising sea levels pose a threat to coastal cities.”
• Verb: “He took a moment to level his camera before taking the shot.”
• Adjective: “The road stretches out across the level landscape.”

Synonyms

• Flat (for adjective meaning)
• Horizontal (for noun meaning related to plane or line)
• Equal (for verb meaning related to bringing to the same standard)
• Balanced (in certain contexts)