1. a classification or evaluation based on quality, performance, or popularity
2. a measure of the popularity of a television or radio program
3. an enlisted sailor in the navy
Usage: nautical

1. present participle of rate; assigning a value or classification to something

Examples

• The movie received a five-star rating from critics.
• Her credit rating improved after paying off her debts.
• The show's ratings dropped significantly this season.
• The restaurant has an excellent rating on review websites.
• The safety rating of the car was impressive.
• They are rating the performance of each employee.
• The experienced rating helped train the new recruits.