noun. A scolding.

noun. A fixing of rates; proportionate distribution as to charge or compensation; determination of relative values or rights.

noun. Classification according to grade or rank; determination of relative standing; hence, rank or grade.

verb. Present participle of rate.

noun. A position on a scale

noun. An evaluation of status, especially of financial status

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

noun. A seaman in a warship

noun. The status of a seaman, corresponding to rank in officers.

noun. act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of

noun. standing or position on a scale

noun. rank in a military organization

noun. an appraisal of the value of something

standing  

abating  annotating  awaiting  baiting  berating  

analyst  budget  coverage  earnings  estimate  

abuse  admonishment  admonition  analysis  analyzing  

rate