rate — a measure, quantity, or frequency measured against another quantity or measure
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a measure, quantity, or frequency measured against another quantity or measure
Pronunciation (IPA): /reɪt/
Example Sentences
- My mom rates my cooking skills as 'barely edible'.
- The current inflation rate is causing concern among economists.
- At this rate, I'll graduate when I'm 40 years old!
rate
NOUN[/reɪt/]
a measure, quantity, or frequency measured against another quantity or measure
Comparing different rates and prices
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle French 'rate' and Old Italian 'rata', derived from Latin 'rata' (fem. of 'ratus'), the past participle of 'reor' meaning 'to reckon' or 'to calculate'.
Breakdown
Latin 'rata' (reckoned, calculated) + suffix '-ate' (verb/noun marker) = rate (a calculated measure or frequency)
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📝Examples
“My mom rates my cooking skills as 'barely edible'.”
“The current inflation rate is causing concern among economists.”
“At this rate, I'll graduate when I'm 40 years old!”
“The hotel rates are higher during peak season.”
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