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degree

[dih-gree] / dɪˈgri /
NOUN
unit of measurement
Synonyms
STRONGEST
amount extent grade intensity point quality rate scale scope severity size standard strength term
STRONG
amplitude caliber dimension division expanse gauge gradation height interval length limit line link mark notch period plane proportion quantity range ratio reach rung shade space stage stair step stint tenor tier
Antonyms
STRONGEST
dullness lethargy whole
STRONG
unimportance
NOUN
recognition of achievement; rank or grade of position
Synonyms
STRONGEST
class credit grade honor level magnitude point position qualification quality scope sort standard status strength
STRONG
approbation approval baccalaureate caliber compass credentials dignity distinction eminence height order pitch potency quantity range rank reach sheepskin shingle stage standing station testimonial testimony
WEAK
dignification
Antonyms
STRONGEST
dishonor disrespect ill repute lack
STRONG
lowliness unimportance

Example Sentences

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But analysts warn that a huge degree of uncertainty remains, and that the truce is fragile.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

He skipped spring training his first two minor league seasons to complete his classes at Washburn and graduated in 1969 with a degree in elementary education.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Orla had been travelling around South East Asia before starting a degree at Durham University, Viet Nam News said.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Here’s what’s behind his ‘high degree of caution.’

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

They were the only schools to offer a joint degree as a doctor-anthropologist.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French