Rate

Definition

The term "rate" refers to a measure, quantity, or frequency, typically one measured against another, or an assessment of value or quality.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /reɪt/
• Respelling: rayt

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /reɪt/
• Respelling: rayt

Etymology

The word "rate" originates from the Latin "rata," meaning "fixed portion," derived from "ratus," the past participle of "reri" (to calculate). It entered Middle English through Old French "rate," meaning "price" or "value."

Derivatives

• Rating (noun)
• Overrate (verb)
• Underrate (verb)
• Rater (noun)
• Rateable (adjective)

Synonyms

• Measure
• Value
• Frequency

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "rate" is widely used in contexts such as finance, speed, and evaluation. For example, "The interest rate for the loan is 5%," or "She rates the movie highly."

Related Terms

• Frequency: The number of times an event occurs in a given time period.
• Valuation: An estimation of worth or quality.
• Percentage: A proportion expressed as a fraction of 100.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A measure or quantity, typically one measured against another over time:
  • Example: "The unemployment rate has decreased this year."
• A fixed charge or payment for goods or services:
  • Example: "The hourly rate for the service is $20."
• An assessment of quality or value:
  • Example: "The book received a high rate from critics."

Verb

• To assign a value or score to something based on quality or performance:
  • Example: "She rates the restaurant as one of the best in town."
• To regard or consider something in a particular way:
  • Example: "The team is rated as a strong contender for the championship."
• To determine the worth or cost of something:
  • Example: "The survey rated the project at $10,000."