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mag·ni·tude
 magnitude
- pronunciation:
- maeg
nih
tud
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noun |
| definition 1: |
size or extent.
The magnitude of the universe can make us feel small.- synonyms:
- dimension, extent, measure, proportions, reach, scope, size
- similar words:
- amount, expanse, mass, quantity, volume
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| definition 2: |
greatness or importance.
The first moon landing was an event of great magnitude.- synonyms:
- consequence, greatness, importance, significance
- similar words:
- gravity, influence, seriousness, weight
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| related words: |
bulk, degree, dimension |
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