Synonyms for

Grades

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

Definition

Grades are marks or scores given to students based on their performance in school.

Synonyms & similar words

order tier grade rank level score grad place mark course class form range rate degree gradation groundlevel marks scores ratings evaluations assessments appraisals rankings levels points percentages degrees steps notches positions statuses standings classes divisions categories

Synonyms by register

Formal

marks scores levels standards

Informal

marks results points rankings

Literary

degrees calibers qualities

Antonyms

failures inferiority shortcomings weaknesses deficiencies

Common collocations

  • good grades
  • bad grades
  • high grades
  • low grades
  • get good grades
  • improve grades
  • final grades
  • report card grades

Word family

noun grade
verb grade
adjective gradable
adverb gradely

Usage note

In American English, 'grades' often refers to the marks given in school. In British English, 'marks' is more common for this meaning, while 'grades' can refer to quality or rank.

Example sentences

  1. My grades in math have improved this semester.
  2. I need to study harder to get better grades.
  3. The teacher gave me a bad grade on my essay.
  4. My parents were proud of my grades on my report card.
  5. I got an A on my history test and a B in science.

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