MEASURE UP Meaning and
Definition
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Measure up (verb):
1. To be equal in quality or ability; to meet a certain standard or expectation. This phrase implies comparing oneself or something against a set benchmark or desired outcome.
2. To be evaluated or assessed in terms of performance or suitability for a particular task, role, or requirement.
3. To meet the required specifications, dimensions, or criteria; to be of the correct size or quantity.
4. To be considered acceptable or satisfactory; to fulfill the necessary conditions or qualifications.
In a broader sense, "measure up" can refer to any situation where an individual or something is being compared or evaluated against a certain standard or expectation. It implies a judgment or assessment of performance, adequacy, or conformity.
For example:
- Despite significant efforts, the candidate failed to measure up to the employer's expectations during the job interview.
- The football team trained hard to measure up to their opponents, but ultimately fell short in their performance.
- The dress is too long; we need to measure it up to the correct length.
- The contractor ensured that all materials used in the construction project measured up to the required standards and specifications.
Overall, "measure up" is a versatile phrase that denotes comparison, evaluation, and meeting certain standards or expectations.
Common Misspellings for MEASURE UP
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Etymology of MEASURE UP
The etymology of the phrase "measure up" can be understood by examining the origins of its individual words.
1. Measure:
The word "measure" originated from Middle English "mesure" which came from Old French "mesure" and Latin "mensura" (meaning a measure or standard). It ultimately traces back to the Latin word "metiri" (meaning to measure or estimate).
2. Up:
The word "up" comes from Old English "up" that has remained relatively unchanged throughout history. It typically denotes something being in an elevated or higher position.
When combined, the phrase "measure up" came to mean comparing or evaluating something against a specific standard or measure, to determine if it meets the required criteria or expectation.
Idioms with the word MEASURE UP
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measure up (to sb/sth)
The idiom "measure up (to sb/sth)" means to meet or satisfy a certain standard, expectation, or comparison, often in terms of quality, performance, or ability. It refers to evaluating oneself or something against a specific benchmark or criterion.
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measure up (to sm or sth)
The idiom "measure up (to sm or sth)" means to meet the required or expected standards or qualities for a particular person or thing. It refers to the ability to be judged as adequate, competent, or suitable in comparison to someone or something else.
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measure up to
The idiom "measure up to" means to meet or satisfy certain expectations or standards, or to be deemed worthy or of equal value in comparison to something or someone else. It can refer to both individuals and things being evaluated.
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measure up against
The idiom "measure up against" means to compare someone or something to a standard or expectation to determine their worth, capability, or quality.
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measure up
To be equal to or as good as someone or something else; to meet a particular standard or expectation.
Similar spelling words for MEASURE UP
Conjugate verb Measure up
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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FUTURE
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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