Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quantum-leap
noun
/ˈkwɒn.təm liːp/
Definition
A significant and largely transformative advance or change.
Examples
- The invention of the internet was a quantum leap in communication technology.
- Her new theory represents a quantum leap in our understanding of physics.
Meaning
Quantum leap refers to a dramatic change or breakthrough that occurs suddenly and dramatically, often in terms of progress or understanding.
Synonyms
- breakthrough
- advancement
- revolution
- transformation
