calibrate
2 synonyms for calibrate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To adjust an instrument or measurement so it matches a known, accurate standard.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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Rare, literary or technical
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fine-tune
How to use calibrate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
calibrate an instrument
calibrate a scale
finely calibrated
Etymology
From "caliber" plus the verb-forming suffix "-ate."
Full origin of calibrate →Frequently asked questions
What does “calibrate” mean?
The word “calibrate” means to adjust an instrument or measurement so it matches a known, accurate standard. In plain terms, to fine-tune a device or measurement so it gives correct, reliable results.
How do you pronounce “calibrate”?
“Calibrate” is pronounced KAL-ih-brayt (/ˈkæl.ə.bɹeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “calibrate” in a sentence?
Here is “calibrate” used in a sentence: “The technician calibrated the scale before weighing the samples.”
What part of speech is “calibrate”?
“Calibrate” is a verb.
