This is the 4169th most frequent French word.
degré
"Degree" (level, stage, or unit of measurement).
Here, 'degré' is used to indicate a unit of measurement for temperature.
Il fait 20 degrés aujourd'hui.
It is 20 degrees today.
In this context, 'degré' refers to a level or extent of intensity or thoroughness.
Je n'ai pas atteint le degré de préparation nécessaire pour l'examen.
I have not reached the necessary degree of preparation for the exam.
Here, 'degré' signifies an additional measure or amount in reference to effort or contribution.