gauge
Translation
to measure, to judge, to assess, to estimate
Examples
It is difficult to gauge the mood of the crowd.
It is difficult to gauge the mood of the crowd.
We need to gauge customer satisfaction.
We need to gauge customer satisfaction.
Grammar Patterns
to gauge ((sth.)) to measure or assess (sth.) It is difficult to gauge the mood of the crowd.
Similar Words
Synonyms: assess, evaluate, judge, measure
Etymology
From Old North French 'jauge', a measuring rod. The meaning extended from physical measurement to abstract judgment.
Memory Tips
Think of a fuel gauge in a car, which measures fuel. Similarly, you can 'gauge' (measure) someone's mood.