measure

noun
UK: /ˈmeʒər/
US: /ˈmeʒər/

  1. A unit or standard used for determining size, amount, or degree.

    1. A meter is a measure of length in the metric system. [ ] [ ]
    2. What measures can we take to improve air quality in the city center? [ ] [ ]

  2. A device used for measuring something.

    1. Use a measuring cup as a measure for the flour. [ ] [ ]
    2. The tailor used a tape measure to take my precise body measure. [ ] [ ]

  3. An action taken to achieve a particular purpose.

    1. The government announced new safety measures for all flights. [ ] [ ]
    2. Emergency measures were put in place to prevent the disease spreading. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

extent size judge determine calculate evaluate quantity amount assess gauge
measure verb

  1. To find the size, weight, amount, or degree of something using an instrument or standard.

    1. Measure the length of the room before you buy the carpet. [ ] [ ]
    2. Scientists can accurately measure the speed of light using special equipment. [ ] [ ]

  2. To be of a particular size or amount.

    1. This room measures 5 meters by 4 meters. [ ] [ ]
    2. The box was carefully measured to see if it would fit in the car. [ ] [ ]

  3. To judge or assess the quality, effect, or value of something.

    1. Success is not always easy to measure. [ ] [ ]
    2. It is hard to measure the true impact of this policy change. [ ] [ ]
measure adjective

  1. Careful and restrained.

    1. He spoke in measure tones. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her measure response to the provocation surprised everyone. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "measure" in English means: A unit or standard used for determining size, amount, or degree., A device used for measuring something., An action taken to achieve a particular purpose..

The phonetic transcription of "measure" is /ˈmeʒər/ in British English and /ˈmeʒər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "measure": extent, size, judge, determine, calculate, evaluate, quantity, amount, assess, gauge.

Example usage of "measure": "A meter is a measure of length in the metric system.". More examples on the page.