grade (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɡreɪd/

Definition

A number or letter that shows how well you did in a test or class.

Examples

• I got a good grade on my math test.

• She hopes to get an A grade in her final exam.

• The teacher will post the grades next week.

How to Use grade

grade in (prepositional phrase)

To achieve a certain mark in a subject or test. — "She got a high grade in physics."

grade for (prepositional phrase)

The mark received for a specific piece of work. — "He got a good grade for his project."

Synonyms of grade

Words with a similar meaning to grade:

• mark
• score
• level
• ranking

Antonyms of grade

Words with the opposite meaning to grade:

• fail
• demotion

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