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Grader

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

Definition

A person or thing that grades or evaluates something

Synonyms & similar words

evaluator marker assessor appraiser judge rater scorer analyzer inspector examiner critic reviewer surveyor checker monitor supervisor overseer arbiter referee controller

Synonyms by register

Formal

assessor evaluator examiner judge

Informal

marker checker scorer

Literary

arbiter censor

Antonyms

improver developer enhancer advancer

Common collocations

  • grade papers
  • grade essays
  • grade exams
  • grade student work
  • grade assignments
  • grade homework
  • grade tests

Word family

noun grade
verb grade
adjective gradable

Usage note

Primarily refers to someone who assigns grades to academic work. Can also refer to a heavy construction vehicle.

Example sentences

  1. The grader gave me an A on my test!
  2. The construction company used a grader to level out the ground.
  3. The art show judge was a tough grader.
  4. The teacher was a fair grader.
  5. The movie critic was a harsh grader.

Quotes

  • The ultimate judge of your swing is the flight of the ball. - Ben Hogan
  • I have always been judged harshly by my fellow actors. - Shirley Temple
  • I don't judge success by how much money you make or how many trophies you have. - Samuel L. Jackson

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