verb

1. To assign or be assigned a particular rank or level.

   “She is rated fourth in the country.”

2. To evaluate or estimate the value of.

   “They rate his talents highly.”

3. To consider or regard.

   “He rated this book brilliant.”

Synonyms: rank

verb

1. To berate, scold.

noun

1. A position on a scale

2. An evaluation of status, especially of financial status

   “They have a poor credit rating.”

3. A number, letter, or other mark that refers to the ability of something.

   “He has a high chess rating.”