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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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Demand for training in blue-collar fields is booming amid skepticism over the value of a college degree.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

"There's a bit of AI anxiety," said Wei, who returned to China last year after completing a degree in the United States.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

He holds a master’s degree in politics and global affairs from Columbia Journalism School.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

She is currently completing a masters at Cardiff University in governance and devolution, having graduated from Cardiff Met with a degree in business and management with a law pathway.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

It took me a while, but I eventually got my bachelor’s degree from a college that mails the coursework to inmates at my prison.

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks

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