What does LEVEL mean?

Level

Part of Speech: noun, verb, adjective

Definition:

• noun: a position or height relative to a given or implied base or line
• verb: make (a surface or ground) level or flat
• adjective: having a flat, even surface or line; horizontal; in a plane

Pronunciation:

• US: /ˈlɛvəl/
• UK: /ˈlɛv(ə)l/

Origin and Usage:

The word "level" originated from the Middle English word "level" or "levelen", which means "to make even". Its first known use dates back to the 14th century. The word is commonly used in both British and American English.

Synonyms:

• noun: height, altitude, position
• verb: flatten, smooth, even out
• adjective: flat, even, horizontal

Related Words:

• equal
• solid
• right
• sharp
• plain

Example Sentences:

• The level of the water in the dam is dangerously high.
• She leveled the ground with a bulldozer.
• The pool table has a level surface.