Synonyms of degree

degree

noun

di-ˈgrē 

1

as in inch

an individual part of a process, series, or ranking

they worked on the project by degrees and eventually it got done

Synonyms & Similar Words

• inch
• chapter
• stage
• point
• phase
• step
• place
• grade
• amount
• angle
• cut
• aspect
• side
• notch
• peg
• measure
• facet
• plane
• increment
• decrement

2

as in level

the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement

a Freemason of the 32nd degree

Synonyms & Similar Words

• level
• position
• ranking
• rank
• echelon
• place
• status
• standing
• situation
• footing
• stratum
• station
• reach(es)
• rung
• condition
• function
• capacity
• walk
• order
• estate
• rating

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of degree

This geometry allows the carrier to flex smoothly across three axes, providing radial rotation of up to ±450 degrees per meter depending on the model size. — IEEE Spectrum, 3 Sep. 2026

In 1956, Steinem graduated from Smith College, the all-women’s liberal arts school in Massachusetts, with a degree in government — an uncommon major for women then. — Elizabeth Chuck, NBC news, 3 Sep. 2026

He is charged with official misconduct in the first degree, which is punishable by up to 12 months behind bars, if convicted, and unlawful access to a computer in the fourth degree, which carries a maximum sentence of 90 days. — Josh Wood, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Sep. 2026

Humidity will increase slightly, with dew points rising from the mid-60s to the low 70s and pushing heat index values between 100 and 107 degrees. — Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing degree

• give (someone) the third degree
• give the third degree to
• to a degree