Levels: meaning, definitions and examples

This word can also refer to flat surfaces or equilibrium states, but this usage is less common compared to its figurative meaning.

• Make sure the table is at perfect levels before starting the project.
• He checked the water levels to ensure they were balanced.

Often used in military or hierarchical organizations to describe someone's status or standing. It carries a formal and sometimes authoritative connotation.

• He holds the rank of captain in the army.
• In the company’s hierarchy, she ranks just below the CEO.

Used to describe a phase or step in a process or development. Often used in project management, personal growth, and event planning.

• They are at the planning stage of the project.
• The disease was detected at an early stage.
• She performed on stage during the school's annual play.

Used to describe someone's job or role within an organization, or a specific place where something or someone is located.

• She was promoted to a higher position within the company.
• His position in the room allowed him to see everything.

Use 'levels' when referring to different degrees, tiers, or layers of something, often hierarchical.

• The game has five levels, each more challenging than the last.
• She achieved the highest level of certification in her field.

Use 'stage' when referring to a specific point, phase, or period in a process, development, or event, often emphasizing progress or steps towards completion.

• We are at the final stage of negotiations.
• The cake is in the baking stage.

Use 'section' when dividing something into parts or segments, typically within a larger whole or structure.

• Please read the first section of the report.
• The orchestra's string section sounded particularly good tonight.

Use 'levels' when referring to making surfaces or objects uniform in height or to indicate different stages or degrees of something.

• The carpenter levels the table to ensure it's even
• The video game has multiple levels to complete

Use 'flatten' when discussing the act of making something completely flat or less raised.

• She used a heavy book to flatten the creased paper
• The bulldozer flattened the old building

Use 'smooth' when talking about making a surface without bumps or when referring to making something more polished or refined.

• After sanding, the wood was smooth to the touch
• They worked to smooth out their differences

Use 'even' when talking about making a surface flat or when describing something that is equal or balanced.

• He used a roller to make the paint even
• The teams were even in skill level