Synonyms for

Measurement

Verb / ˈmeʒɜ:mʌnt / Another word for measurement — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Measurement is the process of finding the size, amount, or degree of something.

Synonyms & similar words

mensuration measuring measure calculation evaluation quantification assessment gauge dimension size length width height depth capacity weight volume density proportion ratio percentage grade rate

Synonyms by register

Formal

quantification assessment determination appraisal

Informal

size amount how much

Literary

gauge appraisement

Antonyms

estimation guess approximation roughness imprecision

Common collocations

  • accurate measurement
  • precise measurement
  • take a measurement
  • measure up to
  • standard measurement
  • unit of measurement
  • measure of success

Word family

noun measurement
verb measure
adjective measurable
adverb measurably

Usage note

While 'measurement' often refers to the act of measuring, it can also refer to the result of that act. Be mindful of context to distinguish between the process and the outcome.

Example sentences

  1. The scientist used a ruler to take the measurement of the plant.
  2. I need to use a measurement cup to add the right amount of flour to the recipe.
  3. The builder took the measurement of the room before installing the carpet.
  4. Measurement is an important part of science experiments.
  5. My teacher taught me how to use a measurement tape to measure my height.

Quotes

  • "Measurement is the first step that leads to control and eventually to improvement." - James Harrington
  • "In God we trust. All others must bring data." - W. Edwards Deming
  • "What gets measured, gets managed." - Peter Drucker

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