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DictionarymeasurePurposeful action
noun

measure

A step proposed or taken toward an objective.

The school takes extra safety measures to protect students during construction.

Etymology
measureLatinmeasuring; extent

Measure developed senses for a proportionate or considered action. A measure toward a goal is one such planned step taken to address a situation.

More examples

  • Closing the bridge is a temporary measure while crews make repairs.
  • The city introduces new measures to reduce water use.
  • Voters approve a ballot measure that funds road repairs.

Forms

measure · measures

Similar words

step
Often emphasizes one action within a larger sequence.
action
More broadly names something done, without implying a planned remedy.
proposal
Emphasizes a suggested plan that has not yet been adopted.