degree

degree

noun

Definition of DEGREE

1

an individual part of a process, series, or ranking <they worked on the project by degrees and eventually it got done>

Synonyms chapter, cut, grade, inch, notch, peg, phase, place, point, stage, step

Related Words angle, aspect, facet, side; amount, measure, plane; decrement, increment

2

the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement <a Freemason of the 32nd degree>

Synonyms degree, echelon, footing, level, place, position, ranking, reach(es), rung, situation, standing, station, status, stratum

Related Words condition, estate, order, walk; capacity, function; rating