1. a number that represents the typical value in a set of numbers, calculated by adding all values and dividing by the count
2. a typical or normal level, standard, or quality

1. typical or normal; not exceptional
2. mediocre; not very good

1. to calculate the average of a set of numbers
2. to achieve or amount to as a typical rate or level

Examples

• The average of 4, 6, and 8 is 6.
• Her test scores were above average this semester.
• The average temperature in July is 85 degrees.
• He’s just an average student, not particularly gifted.
• The movie was average at best.
• We need to average these monthly sales figures.
• The team averages 20 points per game.
• Gas prices average $3.50 per gallon nationwide.