Synonyms for

Gage

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

Definition

a tool used for measuring dimensions, capacity, or amount

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

pledge guarantee wager stake

Informal

bet put up risk

Literary

token pledge assurance

Antonyms

disregard ignore neglect abandon relinquish

Common collocations

  • gage the future
  • gage the situation
  • gage a person's reaction
  • gage interest
  • gage the temperature
  • gage the mood
  • gage the success

Word family

noun gage
verb gage

Usage note

While 'gage' can be used as a verb meaning to measure or estimate, it is less common than 'gauge'. It is more frequently encountered as a noun referring to a pledge or a token of challenge. Ensure correct spelling based on intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. The mechanic used a gage to check the oil level in the car.
  2. The carpenter used a gage to measure the thickness of the wood.
  3. The scientist used a gage to measure the temperature of the water.
  4. The engineer used a gage to determine the pressure in the pipeline.
  5. The tailor used a gage to measure the length of the fabric.

Quotes

  • I gage my success by how many people I can help.
  • I like to gage the audience reaction to my jokes.
  • I use my intuition to gage the situation.

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