gauged

Meanings

• Verb

  To measure or assess the size, depth, or level of something, typically by the use of instruments or gauges.

• Verb

  To judge or evaluate someone or something.

---

Rhymes

Words rhyming with gauged
gaged , caged , staged , aged , waged , engaged , arranged , arranged , brigaded , graded

---

Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. Gauge () : A measuring instrument or device.
   

2. Gauze () : A thin, loose fabric made of cotton, linen, or synthetic material, often used for bandages or filters.
   

---

Variants

List of all variants of gauged that leads to same result
gauged , gage , gaged , gages , gaging , gauge , gauges , gauging , broad-gage , broad-gauge , broad-gauged

---

Forms

Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

past tense: gauged, past participle: gauged, gerund: gauging

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally meaning 'to weigh', from Old French gausser, from gage 'pledge, security for a debt'.

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'gauged' is also used in the context of water levels in dams and reservoirs.

2. In sailing, a 'gauged' mast is one that has been measured and marked at regular intervals for adjusting the rigging.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Measurement: The process of determining the size, quantity, or extent of something.

2. Assessment: The process of making a judgment about the value, significance, or quality of something.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, 'gauged' has been used metaphorically to describe the assessment or measurement of character or situation. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'Othello', Iago 'gauges' Othello's jealousy and manipulates him accordingly.

How to Memorize "gauged"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person using a gauge or measuring instrument to determine the size or level of something.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gauged' with the idea of measuring or assessing.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Gauging Guage' to remember the meaning of 'gauged'.

---

Memorize "gauged" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize gauged is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.