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- pronunciation:
- maeg
nih
tud
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
size, extent, or dimension.
The magnitude of a galaxy is difficult to fathom.- synonyms:
- dimension, extent, measure, proportions, reach, scope, size
- similar words:
- amount, amplitude, expanse, mass, quantity, volume
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| definition 2: |
importance, seriousness, or greatness.
The first moon landing was an event of great magnitude.The magnitude of the problem was clear to everyone, and something had to be done quickly.- synonyms:
- consequence, greatness, import, importance, significance
- similar words:
- amount, amplitude, gravity, influence, seriousness, weight
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| definition 3: |
the measure of brightness of a celestial body.
The sun has an apparent magnitude of -26.74.- similar words:
- brightness, brilliance
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| definition 4: |
the measure of strength of an earthquake.
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| related words: |
bulk, capacity, degree, dimension |
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