Score

Definition

Score is a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to a numerical record of performance, achievement, or points in a game or test. As a verb, it means to achieve points, marks, or success in a competitive or evaluative context.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /skɔːr/
• Respelling: SKAWR

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /skɔː/
• Respelling: SKAW

Etymology

The word "score" originates from Old Norse "skor," meaning "notch" or "mark," and later from Old English "scoru," referring to a tally of 20. It evolved to denote numerical achievements and musical compositions in Middle English.

Derivatives

• Scorer (noun)
• Scoring (verb form)
• Scorecard (noun)
• Rescore (verb)
• Underscore (verb/noun)

Synonyms

• Result
• Grade
• Tally

Antonyms

• Loss
• Failure
• None

Usage

The term "score" is commonly used in sports, academics, music, and informal contexts. Examples include "He achieved a high score on the test" (noun) and "She scored the winning goal in the final minutes" (verb).

Related Terms

• Mark: A grade or assessment of performance.
• Goal: A point scored in sports like soccer or hockey.
• Ranking: A position or level achieved in a competitive context.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A numerical record of points or performance: Refers to the tally of achievements in a test, game, or competition.
  • Example: "The final score was 3-2 in favor of the home team."
• A written representation of a musical composition: Refers to the notation of a musical piece for performers.
  • Example: "He studied the symphony’s score before the rehearsal."
• A notch or mark as a record: Refers to a visible tally or record on a surface.
  • Example: "The carpenter made a score on the wood to guide the cut."

Verb

• To achieve points, marks, or success: Refers to attaining results in a competitive or evaluative setting.
  • Example: "She scored 95 on her math test."
• To compose or arrange music: Refers to writing musical notations for a composition.
  • Example: "The composer scored the film beautifully."
• To make a mark or line on a surface: Refers to creating a visible line or cut.
  • Example: "He scored the cardboard before folding it."