Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
amount
noun, verb
/əˈmaʊnt/
Definition
The total quantity of something, typically measured in terms of a unit such as number or volume.
Examples
- The amount of sugar in the recipe is crucial for the final flavor.
- Could you let me know the amount due for the service?
- She saved a significant amount of money for her vacation.
Meaning
Amount refers to a specific quantity or total of something. It can pertain to a physical measurement, like the amount of water in a container, or a more abstract quantity, like the amount of time spent on a task.
Synonyms
- quantity
- total
- sum
- measure
