ranking
Translation
ranking, position, standing
Examples
He has a high ranking in the tennis world.
He has a high ranking in the tennis world.
The university rankings are published annually.
The university rankings are published annually.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the ranking)) a position on a scale that shows how good sb./sth. is He has a high ranking in the tennis world.
((a list of rankings)) a list showing the positions of people/things The university rankings are published annually.
Similar Words
Synonyms: classification, grading, position, standing
Etymology
From the verb 'to rank' + '-ing' suffix, forming a noun.
Memory Tips
A 'ranking' is the result of the action of 'ranking' things.