B11K

Measure

UK /["/ˈmeʒə(r)/","/ˈmeʒəz/","/ˈmeʒəd/","/ˈmeʒərɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈmeʒər/","/ˈmeʒərz/","/ˈmeʒərd/","/ˈmeʒərɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to find the size, quantity, etc. of something in standard units

In simple words: To find out the size, amount, or degree of something.

Examples

  • It is important to measure the temperature accurately before conducting the experiment.
  • You need to measure the length of the table to see if it fits in the room.
  • They will measure the success of the project by comparing the results to their goals.
  • We can measure our progress by tracking the number of new customers each month.
  • In mathematics, to measure an angle, you use a protractor.

Usage notes

Use 'measure' when talking about quantities, sizes, or lengths. It's neutral, so it's appropriate in both casual and formal settings. Avoid using it in very informal contexts where slang might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

measure + object

Memory hint

Think of a measuring tape; it 'measures' things!

Collocations

  • accurately
  • exactly
  • precisely
  • be able to
  • can
  • be easy to
  • for
  • in
  • easily
  • effectively
  • objectively
  • can
  • be easy to
  • be possible to
  • according to
  • against
  • by
  • a method of measuring something
  • a way of measuring something

Synonyms

  • gauge
  • calculate
  • assess
  • determine
  • evaluate

Antonyms

  • ignore
  • neglect

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'weigh', which is only for weight.
  • Using 'measured' incorrectly as an adjective instead of a verb.
  • Mixing up 'measure' with 'metric' when discussing measurement systems.