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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With Washington’s focus on shared interests, the big question, of course, is the degree to which America’s security interests actually overlap with those of Europe today.

From The Wall Street Journal

She holds a master’s degree from the Columbia School of Journalism and a bachelor’s degree from Yale University, where she played varsity ice hockey and lacrosse.

From The Wall Street Journal

They said they had to endure water temperatures of 35 degrees Fahrenheit, working in turns of no more than 40 minutes each.

From The Wall Street Journal

You can make a case for a degree of doubt for Dogso.

From BBC

You also need the belief that it’s possible to succeed in an icy winter sport even though you’re from a sun-washed country where the average annual temperature is 80 degrees.

From Los Angeles Times

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