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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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Tuition that outpaced inflation for decades has saddled students and families with high debt and yielded uneven returns on the time and money poured into a four-year degree.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

After graduating with a degree in marine biology from the University of Stirling, he took on a number of diving jobs.

From BBC • 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

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

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

A letter came from Aunt Carrol, and Mrs. March’s face was illuminated to such a degree when she read it that Jo and Beth, who were with her, demanded what the glad tidings were.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott