Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
amount to
phrasal verb
/əˈmaʊnt tu/
Definition
To be equal to something in value, significance, or effect.
Examples
- The total expenses will amount to over $500 this month.
- Her contributions to the project really amount to something significant.
- After calculations, the damages amount to thousands of dollars.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to describe when something reaches or adds up to a particular total or outcome.
Synonyms
- add up to
- come to
- equal
- total
- sum up
