average score

noun phrase

Meaning

The typical or usual result obtained by dividing the total of all scores by the number of scores.

Examples

The average score on the exam was 75%.
Students who achieve an average score of 90 or higher receive an 'A'.

Synonyms: mean score, typical score, normal score, median score

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average score

noun phrase

Pronunciation: ˈævərɪdʒ skɔːr

Definition

The typical or usual result obtained by dividing the total of all scores by the number of scores.

Examples

The average score on the exam was 75%.
Students who achieve an average score of 90 or higher receive an 'A'.

How to Use average score

average score of (prepositional phrase): Indicates the specific numerical value of the average score. — "The average score of the students was 82."
average score for (prepositional phrase): Specifies the group or subject to which the average score applies. — "The average score for the science test was lower than for the history test."

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