Synonyms of calibrate

calibrate

verb

as in to measure

to determine the correct value of (something)

The age of the tree was calibrated from the carbon dating data.

Related Words

• measure
• compute
• calculate
• scale
• gauge
• estimate
• assess
• deduct
• evaluate
• allow (for)
• quantify
• figure out
• solve (for)
• figure in
• quantitate
• count
• factor (in or into or out)
• figure
• subtract
• cipher
• appraise
• add
• add up
• work out
• divide
• itemize
• number
• sum
• totalize
• reckon
• average
• value
• multiply
• recalculate
• total
• recompute
• tally
• rate
• refigure

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of calibrate

Information from both indexes will be used to estimate the PCE level, released at the end of the month, and thus to calibrate policy. — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2026

Mechanics can easily calibrate and adjust system tension using an integrated clamping piece, ensuring consistent mechanical support throughout long operational cycles. — IEEE Spectrum, 3 Sep. 2026

The sound on the DOGE scene in front of him calibrated, Gibney gives a small look of approval. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026

Ground teams will activate and calibrate the observatory during the transit, and scientists aim to have the first science images ready for publication by the end of the year. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 31 Aug. 2026