level (Meaning)
level (n)
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
a relative position or degree of value in a graded group
a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process
height above ground
indicator that establishes the horizontal when a bubble is centered in a tube of liquid
a flat surface at right angles to a plumb line
an abstract place usually conceived as having depth
a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale
level (v)
aim at
tear down so as to make flat with the ground
make level or straight
direct into a position for use
talk frankly with; lay it on the line
become level or even
level (s)
having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another
not showing abrupt variations
being on a precise horizontal plane
oriented at right angles to the plumb
of the score in a contest
level (n.)
A line or surface to which, at every point, a vertical or plumb line is perpendicular; a line or surface which is everywhere parallel to the surface of still water; -- this is the true level, and is a curve or surface in which all points are equally distant from the center of the earth, or rather would be so if the earth were an exact sphere.
A horizontal line or plane; that is, a straight line or a plane which is tangent to a true level at a given point and hence parallel to the horizon at that point; -- this is the apparent level at the given point.
An approximately horizontal line or surface at a certain degree of altitude, or distance from the center of the earth; as, to climb from the level of the coast to the level of the plateau and then descend to the level of the valley or of the sea.
Hence, figuratively, a certain position, rank, standard, degree, quality, character, etc., conceived of as in one of several planes of different elevation.
A uniform or average height; a normal plane or altitude; a condition conformable to natural law or which will secure a level surface; as, moving fluids seek a level.
An instrument by which to find a horizontal line, or adjust something with reference to a horizontal line.
A measurement of the difference of altitude of two points, by means of a level; as, to take a level.
A horizontal passage, drift, or adit, in a mine.
level (a.)
Even; flat; having no part higher than another; having, or conforming to, the curvature which belongs to the undisturbed liquid parts of the earth's surface; as, a level field; level ground; the level surface of a pond or lake.
Coinciding or parallel with the plane of the horizon; horizontal; as, the telescope is now level.
Even with anything else; of the same height; on the same line or plane; on the same footing; of equal importance; -- followed by with, sometimes by to.
Straightforward; direct; clear; open.
Well balanced; even; just; steady; impartial; as, a level head; a level understanding. [Colloq.]
Of even tone; without rising or falling inflection.
level (v. t.)
To make level; to make horizontal; to bring to the condition of a level line or surface; hence, to make flat or even; as, to level a road, a walk, or a garden.
To bring to a lower level; to overthrow; to topple down; to reduce to a flat surface; to lower.
To bring to a horizontal position, as a gun; hence, to point in taking aim; to aim; to direct.
Figuratively, to bring to a common level or plane, in respect of rank, condition, character, privilege, etc.; as, to level all the ranks and conditions of men.
To adjust or adapt to a certain level; as, to level remarks to the capacity of children.
level (v. i.)
To be level; to be on a level with, or on an equality with, something; hence, to accord; to agree; to suit.
To aim a gun, spear, etc., horizontally; hence, to aim or point a weapon in direct line with the mark; fig., to direct the eye, mind, or effort, directly to an object.
Synonyms & Antonyms of level
level Sentence Examples
- The exact level of the water in the reservoir was 98.3 feet.
- The diagnosis of the patient's exact condition remained uncertain.
- The scientist measured the exact temperature of the reaction to three decimal places.
- The contractor followed the architect's exact specifications to ensure a perfect fit.
- The exact time of the plane's departure was announced over the intercom.
- The team's exact ranking in the tournament was unknown until the final day.
- The transcript provided an exact account of the meeting's proceedings.
- The surgeon performed the procedure with exact precision, ensuring a successful outcome.
- The clock displayed the exact time, down to the second.
- The exact location of the summit was marked on the map with a red dot.
FAQs About the word level
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The exact level of the water in the reservoir was 98.3 feet.
The diagnosis of the patient's exact condition remained uncertain.
The scientist measured the exact temperature of the reaction to three decimal places.
The contractor followed the architect's exact specifications to ensure a perfect fit.
