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.