Definitions

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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She returned in 2022 and, with weekly support from her wellbeing mentor Pamela Johnson, graduated with a degree in mental health nursing.

From BBC

He holds a degree from Brown University in political science.

From The Wall Street Journal

Despite never having worked on Wall Street and not holding any financial degrees, Miekka’s work helped him develop a cult following, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal published back in 2010.

From MarketWatch

He also has a graduate degree in business journalism from Columbia University.

From The Wall Street Journal

Chris graduated from the University of Idaho with a degree in journalism.

From The Wall Street Journal

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