rating

Noun	1.	rating - an appraisal of the value of something; "he set a high valuation on friendship" Synonyms: valuation, evaluation
	2.	rating - act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of Synonyms: evaluation
	3.	rating - standing or position on a scale
	4.	rating - rank in a military organization Synonyms: military rank, military rating, paygrade

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