1
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
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of degree
Carroll, Holliday and Lindor have varying degrees of hamate bone injuries — at least per reports — with Lindor’s sounding the least serious.
—
Jake Ciely, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2026
During that period, the average high at DFW International Airport, the region’s official climate observation spot, ticks up from 92 and 93 degrees Fahrenheit during the group stage matches to 95 degrees Fahrenheit by the semifinal.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
Every Michigander 25 and older can earn an associate's degree or certificate tuition-free too.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
The ice giant Neptune will be positioned two degrees to the right of Saturn, but will be too dim to spot with the unaided eye.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 26 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for degree
Jake Ciely, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2026
During that period, the average high at DFW International Airport, the region’s official climate observation spot, ticks up from 92 and 93 degrees Fahrenheit during the group stage matches to 95 degrees Fahrenheit by the semifinal.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
Every Michigander 25 and older can earn an associate's degree or certificate tuition-free too.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
The ice giant Neptune will be positioned two degrees to the right of Saturn, but will be too dim to spot with the unaided eye.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 26 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for degree
Recent Examples of Synonyms for degree
Noun
-
The 24-inch Timeless Hardside Spinner by Jessica Simpson is hiding in the clearance section for just $38.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Feb. 2026
-
My baby hairs are 4 inches long now!—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
There are also several large venues, including Princess Live, which has a stage and hosts everything from trivia to lectures, and the two-level Princess Theater, the main evening venue, where the ship’s original live performances (as well as comedy and musical acts) take place.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
-
Kids being dropped off at two different ski school spots brings you close to the highest level difficulty.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
With an independent test data set for release, the coming weeks may determine whether Donut Lab’s claims mark a genuine breakthrough or another chapter in the long and difficult quest to commercialize solid-state batteries.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Feb. 2026
-
But with a gritty performance and one decisive shot, the Bruins rewrote their story, capping an interesting chapter in their illustrious history.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Controversy over ideology Vergara’s Conservative Party maintains many positions that are more aligned with the American right than with Colombia’s left-wing government led by President Gustavo Petro and has often expressed support for the Republican Party in the US.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
22 Feb. 2026
-
This is because the Moon needs to be in the correct orbital position with respect to Earth-Moon geometry.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Too conveniently, Mary is pushed off-stage with a sudden terminal illness, which enables Becket to take his rightful place in the narrative.—
Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026
-
Charlotte 49ers athletic director Kevin White was introduced in front of a large crowd Thursday at Halton Arena, setting the stage for what university chancellor Sharon Gaber hopes to be a new chapter of Charlotte athletics.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Despite outperforming states like Texas and Missouri in some areas, the high cost of buying a home pushed Colorado’s ranking down.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
27 Feb. 2026
-
Indianapolis didn't crack Nextdoor's list of the 20 friendliest cities in Indiana, but its separate ranking of neighborhoods in the Indy metro area finds plenty of cordiality in Central Indiana.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Arkansas climbed to a double-digit advantage, leading by as many as 14 points with two minutes left.—
Maddie Hartley,
Kansas City Star,
22 Feb. 2026
-
While Bryant gets credit for the points, that play was set up by center Victor Wembanyama, who grabbed a rebound, dribbled down the court and dished the ball back to Bryant.—
Danny Davis,
Austin American Statesman,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
This can take the form of those who are below Oseguera Cervantes in rank fighting for control.—
Angélica Durán-Martínez,
The Conversation,
24 Feb. 2026
-
Last month, several other investments were also transferred, including PIF’s stakes in Nintendo, an expansion that could propel Savvy into the ranks of the world’s biggest gaming companies, if the EA stake is rolled in.—
Dominic Dudley,
semafor.com,
23 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Degree.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/degree. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
