low-level

• Beschreibt etwas, das einen niedrigen Rang, eine geringe Wichtigkeit oder einen einfachen Komplexitätsgrad hat; im technischen Kontext oft für grundlegende oder fundamentale Operationen verwendet.

Describes something that is of low rank, importance, or complexity; often used in technical contexts to refer to basic or fundamental operations.

1. Not intenseB1formal

   Having a small degree of strength, force, or intensity.

   Schwach

   • The patient experienced only low-level pain after the surgery.
   • There is a low-level hum coming from the refrigerator.
   • The storm produced low-level winds that caused minimal damage.

   Synonymefaintgentlemildmoderateslightsubduedweak

   Antonymeforcefulhighintensepowerfulstrong

2. Lower in rank or importanceB1formal

   Occupying a position of lesser authority, responsibility, or significance within a hierarchy.

   Niedrigrangig

   • He started his career in a low-level administrative position.
   • The company hired several low-level employees for data entry.
   • Low-level officials are not authorized to make such decisions.

   Synonymehumbleinferiorjuniorlessermenialminorsecondarysubordinate

   Antonymechiefhigh-rankingseniorsuperior

3. At a low altitudeB2formal

   Occurring or situated relatively close to the ground or sea level.

   Tieffliegend

   • The plane performed a low-level flyover during the airshow.
   • Low-level clouds often bring drizzle and fog.
   • The pilot was trained for low-level flight operations.

   Synonymeground levellowlow-altitudelow-lying

   Antonymeelevatedhigh-level