rate

noun
UK: /reɪt/
US: /reɪt/

  1. A measure, quantity, or frequency, typically one measured against some other quantity or measure.

    1. The interest rate is very high now. [ ] [ ]
    2. The birth rate in this country has been declining for years, creating a demographic challenge. [ ] [ ]

  2. A charge or payment with reference to some standard or scale.

    1. What's the rate for a taxi to the airport? [ ] [ ]
    2. The hotel room rate was significantly higher during the peak season, reflecting increased demand. [ ] [ ]

  3. Speed at which something happens or changes.

    1. The car was going at a fast rate. [ ] [ ]
    2. The rate of technological advancement is accelerating, constantly reshaping our world. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

pace evaluate measure speed assess
rate verb

  1. To assign a standard or value to something.

    1. I would rate that movie as excellent. [ ] [ ]
    2. The website allows users to rate restaurants based on their dining experience and service quality. [ ] [ ]

  2. To consider or judge something to be of a particular quality or standard.

    1. How do you rate your chances of success? [ ] [ ]
    2. Experts rate this technology as highly promising for future energy solutions and sustainable development. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "rate" in English means: A measure, quantity, or frequency, typically one measured against some other quantity or measure., A charge or payment with reference to some standard or scale., Speed at which something happens or changes..

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

Synonyms for "rate": pace, evaluate, measure, speed, assess.

Example usage of "rate": "The interest rate is very high now.". More examples on the page.