Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
make-the-grade
Phrase
/meɪk ðə ɡreɪd/
Definition
To meet the required standard or expectations.
Examples
- After months of hard work, she was finally able to make the grade in her exams.
- Many players hope to make the grade and be selected for the national team.
Meaning
To succeed in meeting a set standard or criteria, particularly in a performance or evaluation context.
Synonyms
- meet the standard
- live up to expectations
- succeed
