calibrate Synonyms

Synonyms

Strongest:

• measure
• compute
• calculate

Strong:

• allow-for-
• estimate
• gage
• scale
• quantify
• solve-for-
• evaluate
• gauge
• deduct
• assess
• figure-out

Weak:

• multiply
• reckon
• add-up
• figure-in
• total
• cipher
• subtract
• itemize
• factor-in-or-into-or-out-
• figure
• average
• number
• totalize
• quantitate
• recalculate
• divide
• work-out
• sum
• value
• add
• appraise
• count

calibrate Meaning

Wordnet

calibrate (v)

make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring

mark (the scale of a measuring instrument) so that it can be read in the desired units

measure the caliber of

Webster

calibrate (v. i.)

To ascertain the caliber of, as of a thermometer tube; also, more generally, to determine or rectify the graduation of, as of the various standards or graduated instruments.

FAQs About the word calibrate

What is the meaning of the word calibrate

make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring, mark (the scale of a measuring instrument) so that it can be read in the desired un

What are the synonyms of the word calibrate

measure, compute, calculate, allow (for), estimate, gage,scale, quantify, solve (for), evaluate

What are the antonyms of the word calibrate

No antonyms found.

What is the usage of word calibrate

Before conducting the experiment, we need to calibrate the instruments to ensure accurate measurements.

It's essential to calibrate the scales regularly to maintain their precision.

How to use the word calibrate in a sentence?

The mechanic calibrated the machine to ensure it operated within the specified parameters.

We'll need to calibrate the thermometer before taking any temperature readings.