The Open Dictionary

level

noun

UK/ˈlev.ᵊl/
US/ˈlev.ᵊl/

Definitions of level noun

height

  1. B2Countable

    the height of something

    • The water level of the lake rose significantly after the heavy downpour.

    • The foundation of the building must be at least one meter above sea level.

    • Engineers are carefully measuring the water level in the reservoir.

quantity

  1. B2Countable

    the amount or number of something

    • The company's sales are expected to reach an unprecedented level.

    • The athlete's endurance level has significantly improved after training.

    • Researchers are analyzing the pollutant levels in the air.

ability

  1. A2Countable

    someone's ability compared to other people

    • The school offers English courses at various levels of proficiency.

    • He needs to reach a higher skill level to get promoted.

    • This competition is open to players of all levels.

floor

  1. Countable

    a floor in a large building

    • The parking lot is located on the lower level of the building.

    • Please take the elevator to the second level; the reception desk is there.

rank

  1. C1Countable

    a position within a system in which people are arranged according to their importance

    • The company's upper management level is discussing the new strategies.

    • The decision was made at the highest level.

    • He was quickly promoted to the management level.

tool

  1. Countable

    a tool that contains a tube of liquid with an air bubble in it, used to show if a surface is level

Phrases of level noun

  • at local/national level

    Relating to actions or issues within a specific region or across the entire country.

    • These decisions were made at the local level.

verb

UK/ˈlev.ᵊl/
US/ˈlev.ᵊl/

Definitions of level verb

flatten

  1. Transitive

    to make a surface flat

    • The ground needs to be leveled before laying the tiles.

    • Workers are using a roller to level the road surface.

    • Use a shovel to level the dirt in the garden.

destroy

  1. Transitive

    to completely destroy a building or area

    • The earthquake nearly leveled the entire city.

    • A massive explosion leveled the warehouse.

    • The hurricane leveled almost all the buildings on the coastline.

adjective

UK/ˈlev.ᵊl/
US/ˈlev.ᵊl/

Definitions of level adjective

equal

  1. After verb

    at the same height

    • The roof of the building is level with the top of the nearby hill.

    • Make sure the top of the picture frame is level with the mark on the wall.

    • His eyes were level with mine.

  2. having the same value, amount, number of points, etc.

    • The scores were level at the end of the game.

    • The skill level of both teams is level.

    • The score was still level at the end of overtime.

flat

  1. B2

    flat or horizontal

    • The table needs to be level to prevent things from sliding off.

    • Make sure the instrument is level for accurate measurements.

    • It's important to make sure the ground is level before you start building.

calm

  1. Before noun

    If you speak in a level voice or give someone a level look, you do it in a calm and controlled way.

    • He told them what happened in a level voice.

    • She gave him a level look, showing no sign of fear.

    • Despite the immense pressure, he spoke to us in a level voice.

Phrases of level adjective

  • level spoonful/cupful

    A quantity of a substance or liquid that fills a spoon or cup to the brim without overflowing, used as a standard measurement in cooking.

    • Add two level spoonfuls of cocoa powder to the mixture.

Idioms

  • level pegging

    Being in an equal or tied position in a competition or game.

    • For the first half of the game, the two teams were level pegging.

  • find your own level

    To understand one's own abilities and find a suitable role or position.

    • After a few tries, he finally found his own level in the team and became an excellent support player.

  • on one level...on another level

    Used to express differing perspectives or reactions towards the same situation.

    • On one level, I admire his frankness; on another level, I find his bluntness uncomfortable at times.

  • be on the level

    To act or speak in a truthful and honest manner, without deceit or pretense.

    • I need to be sure he's on the level before I consider doing business with him.

  • a level playing field

    A situation where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.

    • The government is working to create a level playing field to ensure fair competition in the market.

Phrasal Verbs of level

  • level off

    When a rate or quantity stabilizes, it ceases to increase or decrease and maintains a consistent level.

    • The economic growth rate eventually leveled off after a period of rapid increase.

  • level up

    to accumulate sufficient points in a video game allowing a character or player to advance to a higher stage, acquiring enhanced skills or abilities

    • By completing quests, his character managed to level up, gaining new abilities.

  • level off/out

    When an aircraft levels off or levels out, it begins traveling in a horizontal direction, ceasing to ascend or descend.

    • The aircraft leveled off after reaching a certain altitude, making the passengers feel more comfortable.

  • level something against/at someone

    to publicly accuse someone of misconduct

    • Many people started to level accusations against the official on social media.

  • level something at someone

    to direct an item, like a weapon, towards someone

    • He leveled the gun at the suspect.

  • level with someone

    to be honest and tell someone the truth about a matter

    • In this meeting, I need you to level with me about the situation.