Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
magnitude
noun
/ˈmæɡ.nɪ.tjuːd/
Definition
Magnitude refers to the size, extent, or importance of something.
Examples
- The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.0 on the Richter scale.
- The magnitude of the problem requires immediate attention.
- In astronomy, the magnitude of stars describes their brightness.
Meaning
It is often used to discuss the measurement of intensity, scale, or significance in various contexts, such as mathematics, science, and everyday life.
Synonyms
- Size
- Extent
- Importance
- Significance
- Scale
