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gauge

[geyj] / geɪdʒ /
NOUN
measure, standard
Synonyms
STRONGEST
barometer benchmark criterion indicator meter pattern yardstick
STRONG
basis bore capacity check degree depth example exemplar extent guide guideline height magnitude mark model norm rule sample scale scope size span test thickness touchstone type width
Antonyms
STRONG
extreme unimportance
WEAK
estimate guess
VERB
measure, judge
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appraise ascertain assess calculate calibrate determine evaluate guess quantify take account of weigh
STRONG
adjudge check compute count estimate eye figure guesstimate meter peg rate reckon scale size tally value
WEAK
check out figure in have one's number look over quantitate size up
Antonyms
STRONG
estimate guess subtract

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Volume, a gauge of the amount of product sold, rose 3% overall, despite a pullback in March after the start of the Iran war.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

Volatility constantly changes, but comparing put and call volatility helps investors gauge outcomes.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Their parents have routinely complained to the superintendent, who recently conducted a public-opinion poll to gauge interest in a switch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

The consultation in the UK will hear from academics who have been studying the effect of Australia's ban and it will also gauge opinion on less severe restrictions.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Kendra leaned forward and checked the gas gauge.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull

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