Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rater

noun

/ˈreɪtər/

Definition

A person or entity that evaluates or assesses something.

Examples

The movie was reviewed by a well-known rater in the industry.
As a rater for the competition, she had to score each participant based on their performance.
Online platforms often rely on raters to provide quality feedback for their services.

Meaning

The term ‘rater’ refers to an individual or system that assigns a value, score, or grade to various subjects, such as products, services, or performances, based on specific criteria.