Synonyms for

Caliber

Verb / ˈkælʌbɜ: / Another word for caliber — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Caliber refers to the quality or level of someone's ability or performance. It can also refer to the diameter of a bullet or gun barrel.

Synonyms & similar words

calibre bore gauge quality quality standard grade level ability proficiency skill talent capacity potential diameter size gauge width measurement dimension extent magnitude scale scope

Synonyms by register

Formal

quality standard level rank

Informal

class grade sort type

Literary

stature eminence standing

Antonyms

inferiority lowliness mediocrity insignificance worthlessness

Common collocations

  • high caliber
  • low caliber
  • of great caliber
  • of superior caliber
  • of exceptional caliber
  • a caliber of person
  • a certain caliber

Word family

noun caliber

Usage note

Primarily used to describe the quality or standard of something or someone. Can also refer to the diameter of a gun barrel.

Example sentences

  1. Her caliber as a chef is unmatched.
  2. The caliber of his work is exceptional.
  3. The job requires a certain caliber of expertise.
  4. The gun had a large caliber.
  5. I need to know the caliber of the bullet to find the right gun.

Quotes

  • "The caliber of a person is revealed by how they treat those who are not in a position to help or hurt them." -Unknown
  • "The caliber of a person is not defined by their wealth, status or power, but by the goodness of their heart." -Unknown
  • "The caliber of a person is not determined by what they know, but by what they do with what they know." -Unknown

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