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rates

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɹeɪts// UK //ɹˈeɪts// rates Informal

n. the amount of money you pay for something, or the speed at which something happens. You use this when comparing one amount to another, like a price per hour or a speed per mile.

n. a measure, quantity, or frequency, typically one measured against another quantity or measure. Often used in financial contexts to refer to interest or exchange values.


SIMPLE

The hotel offers very high rates during the summer season.

CONTEXTUAL

The central bank decided to keep interest rates steady to help control inflation over the next quarter.

COMPLEX

While the survival rates for this specific condition have improved significantly, the recovery process remains lengthy and requires intensive physical therapy.

Synonyms
Usage

Frequently used in the plural when referring to prices, interest, or statistical data.

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