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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Mr. Gibson received a bachelor's degree in art history from Trinity College.

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

JPMorgan’s Ryan Brinkman this week warned investors to approach Tesla’s stock with a “high degree of caution.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

Khawaja Ahsan has just completed the first year of a BSc cyber security degree at the University of West London, which is advertised as having a Saturday intensive option for students who are working.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

“These are difficulties which you must settle for yourself. Chuse your own degree of crossness. I shall press you no more.”

From "Emma" by Jane Austen

degree

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