niveau

noun

ni·​veau

(ˈ)nē¦vō

plural niveaux

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: a level or plateau (as of existence or achievement) especially in a progression

cultural niveau and religious level

—Joachim Wach

the life story and achievement niveau of the patient-to-be

—Scientific Monthly

Word History

Etymology

French, from Middle French niveau, nivel, alteration of livel

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