Definition of Percentile
a certain percentage of a whole, usually on a scale of 100
Examples of Percentile in a sentence
Because the overweight toddler is in the 99th weight percentile, his doctor suggested diet changes. 🔊
Scoring in the top 5th percentile, Abbie’s amazing SAT scores helped her earn an academic scholarship. 🔊
The team is ranked in the 60th percentile and continues to grow in position each year. 🔊
If you fall in the 50th to 75th percentile range, you may need to get a tutor to help you increase your score. 🔊
Only a few of the infants rank in the 10th percentile and those are the ones who need help gaining weight. 🔊
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