decile Meaning & Definition
What Does Decile Mean?
As a noun, decile means Any of the values in a series that divides the distribution of individuals in that series into ten groups of equal frequency. It is also used to mean Any one of the ten subsets or groups so divided.
Decile at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /[ˈdɛsaɪɫ]/ |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | deciles |
Decile Definition (Noun)
- Any of the values in a series that divides the distribution of individuals in that series into ten groups of equal frequency.
Although few people scored high marks, everyone did quite well—the lowest decile was over 50%.
- Any one of the ten subsets or groups so divided.
Our school is in the top decile for exam results.
- An aspect or position of two planets when they are distant from each other a tenth part of the zodiac.
Synonyms of Decile
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Decile synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Decile
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Decile in a Sentence
Although few people scored high marks, everyone did quite well—the lowest decile was over 50%.
Our school is in the top decile for exam results.
Word Forms & Grammar
decile (plural deciles)
Words That Rhyme With Decile
Origin of Decile
From Latin decilis, equivalent to dec- + -ile.[1]
How to Pronounce Decile
Decile is pronounced /[ˈdɛsaɪɫ]/ and has 1 syllable.