level
/ˈlɛvəl/
adjective
- Having a flat, even surface without slopes or bumps.
- Make sure the table is level so the plates don't slide off.
- We need a level surface to set up the tent.
- The kitchen floor is perfectly level after the renovation.
- Equal in position, amount, or score.
- The two runners were level as they approached the finish line.
- He kept his voice level despite being angry.
- The teams are level with 10 points each.
verb
- To make something flat, even, or smooth.
- They used a bulldozer to level the ground for the new playground.
- He leveled the concrete with a long board.
- The workers leveled the dirt before laying the grass.
- To make something equal or balanced.
- She scored a goal to level the score at 2-2.
- Education can help level social inequalities.
- The new tax law aims to level the playing field for small businesses.
- To aim or direct something, such as a weapon or criticism.
- He leveled a finger at the suspect and demanded an explanation.
- Critics leveled harsh accusations against the politician.
- The soldier leveled his rifle at the target.
noun
- A position or height on a scale, especially in relation to amount, quality, or rank.
- The company is hiring employees at every experience level.
- She reached a high level of skill in playing the piano.
- The water level in the lake rose after the heavy rain.
- A device used to check whether a surface is horizontal or vertical.
- Before hanging the picture, he checked it with a level.
- You need a level to install the cabinet evenly.
- The carpenter used a level to make sure the shelf was straight.
- A floor or story in a building.
- The mall has a food court on the upper level.
- Her office is on the third level of the building.
- The parking garage has five levels.