noun. a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit they traveled at a rate of 55 miles per hour|the rate of change was faster than expected |
noun. amount of a charge or payment relative to some basis a 10-minute phone call at that rate would cost $5 |
noun. the relative speed of progress or change he lived at a fast pace|he works at a great rate|the pace of events accelerated |
noun. a quantity or amount or measure considered as a proportion of another quantity or amount or measure the literacy rate|the retention rate|the dropout rate |
verb. assign a rank or rating to how would you rank these students?|The restaurant is rated highly in the food guide |
verb. be worthy of or have a certain rating This bond rates highly |
verb. estimate the value of How would you rate his chances to become President?|Gold was rated highly among the Romans |
