grading
ˈɡreɪdɪŋ
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Definition of grading - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
educationUSevaluation of performance by assigning a grade or scoreUS
  • The teacher spent the weekend grading exams.
assessment evaluation
2.
constructionUSchanging the ground level to a smooth horizontal or gently sloping surfaceUS
  • Grading the land was necessary before building the house.
leveling smoothing
3.
arrangementRarethe act of arranging in a graduated seriesRare
  • Grading the products by size helps in packaging.
categorization classification sorting

Adjective

1.
evaluationrelated to evaluating or scoring performance
  • The grading system was fair and transparent.
assessing evaluative
2.
constructionrelated to leveling or smoothing surfaces
  • The grading equipment was used on the road.
leveling smoothing
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Expressions with grading

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changing colors in images to improve or create a certain look
Color grading made the movie scenes look warmer.

Origin of grading

Latin, gradus (step)

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grading key
paper with correct answers
school grading
letter given to show how well someone did
education
grading system based on group performance
education
system of grading in education
yard design
planning and shaping outdoor ground, plants or grading to improve appearance
relative grading
assign grades relative to peers' performance
education
part of a teacher's workday set aside for preparation and grading
grading
grade examination papers

Examples of grading in a sentence

  • The school has a strict grading policy.
  • The grading of the site improved drainage.
  • Proper grading is crucial for road construction.
  • The grading of the exams took several hours to complete.
  • Grading the roads before construction is crucial for safety.
  • The grading criteria were clearly outlined.

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  1. French:notation, noté, ...
  2. German:Benotung, bewertend, ...
  3. Italian:valutazione, di valutazione, ...
  4. Spanish:calificación, de calificación, ...
  5. Portuguese:classificação, avaliativo, ...
  6. Chinese:评分, 评分的, ...
  7. Japanese:採点, 評価の, ...
  8. Arabic:تَصْحِيح, تَقْيِيمِيّ, ...
  9. Hebrew:מַתַּן צִיּוּנִים, צִיּוֹנִי, ...
  10. Russian:оценивание, оценочный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:оцінювання, оцінювальний, ...
  12. Hindi:मूल्यांकन, मूल्यांकन संबंधी, ...
grade
ɡreɪd

Definition of grade - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
academic markUSmark indicating the quality of a student's workUS
  • She was thrilled to receive an A grade on her essay..
assessment rating score
2.
educationUSgroup of students in a school yearUS
  • He is in the fifth grade.
class
3.
evaluationlevel of quality or rank
  • This product is of premium grade.
level quality rank

Verb

tr.
1.
educationUSassign scores to academic tests or performanceUS
  • The teacher will grade the exams by tomorrow.
assess evaluate score
2.
organizationorganize items into categories or levels
  • We need to grade the fruits by size.
categorize classify sort
3.
constructionUSflatten or level a large surfaceUS
  • They will grade the road before paving it.
level smooth
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Images of grade

  • grade: level of the ground
    level of the ground

Expressions with grade

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reach the needed level to succeed or qualify
She worked hard to make the grade.
beyond one's level of responsibility or authority
This decision is above my pay grade.
assign grades relative to peers' performance
In competitive classes, professors often grade on a curve.
beyond one's level of authority or responsibility
Making that decision is above my pay grade.
not worth one's time or effort
I won't handle these minor tasks; they're below my pay grade.
outside one's capability or expertise
Solving this technical issue is beyond my pay grade.

Origin of grade

Latin, gradus (step)

Examples of grade in a sentence

  • The teacher gave her a low grade for the assignment.
  • The grade went on a field trip.
  • Each grade has its own curriculum.
  • The restaurant uses only top grade ingredients.
  • Her essay received a high grade from the teacher.
  • The grade was surveyed before construction began.

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  1. French:note, noter, ...
  2. German:Note, benoten, ...
  3. Italian:punteggio, valutare, ...
  4. Spanish:calificación, calificar, ...
  5. Portuguese:nota, classificar, ...
  6. Chinese:成绩, 评分, ...
  7. Japanese:成績, 採点する, ...
  8. Arabic:علامة, صَحَّحَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:צִיּוּן, לְדַרֵּג, ...
  10. Russian:оценка, оценивать, ...
  11. Ukrainian:оцінка, оцінювати, ...
  12. Hindi:ग्रेड, अंक देना, ...
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