Synonyms for

Leveled

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

Definition

made flat or even

Synonyms & similar words

pulldown evenout leveloff point even raise level charge flush raze dismantle rase takedown teardown flattened smoothed evened aligned straightened razed demolished destroyed balanced flush plane

Synonyms by register

Formal

flattened smoothed equalized standardized

Informal

evened out made flat brought down

Literary

equated made plain

Antonyms

uneven sloping inclined rough unbalanced disordered

Common collocations

  • leveled the playing field
  • leveled the ground
  • leveled off
  • leveled the playing surface
  • leveled the building
  • leveled the opposition
  • leveled the score

Word family

noun level
verb level
adjective level
adverb level

Usage note

Often used figuratively to mean made equal or fair. Can also refer to making something physically flat or reducing its height.

Example sentences

  1. The carpenter leveled the floor.
  2. The teacher leveled the desk so it wouldn't wobble.
  3. The landscaper leveled the ground before planting.
  4. The construction crew leveled the old building.
  5. The snow had leveled the road, making it difficult to drive.

Quotes

  • 'I have leveled with the girls, but I never really explained my reasons for leaving.' - Bill Richardson
  • 'I've leveled with people and even on my own race card, I've taken the criticism heat.' - James Meredith
  • 'The unfortunate thing about working for yourself is that you have the worst boss in the world. I work every day of the year except at Christmas, when I work a half day.' - David Eddings, The Losers

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