Synonyms of making the grade

making the grade

phrase

present participle of make the grade

as in making it

to reach a desired level of accomplishment

There were many applicants for the position, but only a few made the grade for an interview.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• making it
• getting there
• succeeding
• getting ahead
• arriving
• getting somewhere
• cutting it
• flourishing
• thriving
• making good
• hacking it
• hitting it big
• cutting the mustard
• making one's mark
• prospering
• coming into one's own
• winning
• excelling
• prevailing
• triumphing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• failing
• struggling
• floundering