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- pronunciation:
- maeg
nih
tud
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
The magnitude of something is how big it is or how far it stretches out.
The magnitude of the universe can make us feel small.- synonyms:
- dimension, extent, size
- similar words:
- amount, mass, quantity, volume
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| definition 2: |
If something has magnitude, it has greatness or importance.
The first moon landing was an event of great magnitude.- synonyms:
- consequence, greatness, importance
- similar words:
- gravity, influence, seriousness, weight
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| definition 3: |
Scientists measure how bright stars are by using units of magnitude.
The star called Sirius has a high magnitude. It is the brightest star that we see in the sky at night. |
| definition 4: |
Scientists measure how strong earthquakes are by using units of magnitude.
A magnitude of 8 means that an earthquake is very, very strong. |
| related words: |
capacity, degree, dimension |
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