rating
The word 'rating' is most commonly used as a countable noun, meaning you can have one rating or several ratings. In the context of television or radio, it refers to how many people are watching or listening, which helps advertisers decide where to place their ads. When talking about movies or games, a 'rating' tells parents if the content is appropriate for children. These are often referred to as 'age ratings'. In finance, a credit rating is like a grade for a company or country; a higher rating means they are more trustworthy with money.
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Meanings
A classification or ranking of someone or something based on a comparative scale.
"The hotel received a five-star rating for its exceptional service."
A measurement of the audience size for a television program or radio show.
"The season finale achieved the highest rating in the network's history."
The assigned value or grade given to a financial instrument, such as a bond, indicating its creditworthiness.
"The agency downgraded the country's credit rating to 'junk' status."