Grade
/ɡreɪd/noun
A level or rank in a scale of quality, value, or importance.
Did you know?In ancient Rome, 'gradus' not only meant a step or degree but was also related to the celestial spheres, suggesting a link between our earthly rankings and cosmic order.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*gʰrē-
“to step or go”
Latin
Latin
gradus
“a step, degree, or stage”
Old French
Old French
grade
“rank, degree, or step”
Middle English
Middle English
grade
“a step or degree in a scale of progression”
Modern English
English
grade
“a level or rank in a scale of quality or importance”