Synonyms for

Amplitude

Verb / ˈæmplʌˌtu:d / Another word for amplitude — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, measured from the position of equilibrium

Synonyms & similar words

bountifulness bounty extent range magnitude intensity size breadth scope dimension scale proportion volume degree level amplification boost increase growth expansion augmentation escalation

Synonyms by register

Formal

magnitude extent intensity breadth

Informal

size range scope oomph

Literary

sweep vastness reach

Antonyms

smallness insignificance meagerness scarcity paucity littleness

Common collocations

  • amplitude modulation
  • amplitude response
  • amplitude spectrum
  • amplitude variation
  • amplitude increase
  • amplitude decrease
  • maximum amplitude

Word family

noun amplitude
adjective amplitudinal

Usage note

Primarily used in scientific and technical contexts, especially physics and engineering, to describe the maximum displacement or extent of an oscillation or wave. Avoid using it for general size or importance unless in a specific technical sense.

Example sentences

  1. The amplitude of the earthquake caused a lot of damage.
  2. The amplitude of the ocean waves was impressive.
  3. The amplitude of the sound was too loud for my ears.
  4. The amplitude of the musician's performance left the audience in awe.
  5. The amplitude of the light wave determines its brightness.

Quotes

  • The amplitude of your success is proportional to the depth of your commitment.
  • Life is a wave, which in no two consecutive moments of its existence is composed of the same particles. The most any of us can do is to mark briefly the places where the wave touched us.
  • Go forth and set the world on fire.

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