Synonyms for
Leveling
Definition
The act of making something flat or even.
Synonyms & similar words
level
equalisation
charge
raise
dismantle
pulldown
tearingdown
flush
rase
evenout
raze
grading
even
leveloff
equalization
teardown
takedown
demolishing
razing
point
flattening
smoothing
evening
straightening
planing
grading
aligning
adjusting
balancing
calibrating
trimming
shaving
scraping
grinding
polishing
finishing
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- leveling the playing field
- leveling off
- leveling down
- leveling up
- leveling the ground
- leveling the surface
Word family
Usage note
Often used in the context of creating fairness or equality, as in 'leveling the playing field'. Can also refer to making something flat or even.
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Example sentences
- The construction worker is leveling the bricks with a tool.
- The carpenter is leveling the table with a leveler.
- The gardener is leveling the soil with a rake.
- The painter is leveling the wall with a putty knife.
- The baker is leveling the flour with a spatula.
Quotes
Life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever. - Peter Hagerty
Life is like a camera, focus on the good times, develop from the negatives, and if things don't work out, take another shot. - Unknown
Life is a balance of holding on and letting go. - Rumi