Synonyms for

Volumes

Verb / ˈvɑ:lju:mz / Another word for volumes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Volumes refer to a complete set of books or a single book that is part of a larger set.

Synonyms & similar words

softness mass book bulk loudness intensity volume books texts tomes editions publications works literature manuscripts records archives compilations anthologies collections corpus opuses writings scripts folios journals magazines

Synonyms by register

Formal

quantities amounts masses collections

Informal

loads piles heaps lots

Literary

tomes scrolls codices

Antonyms

fewness scarcity lack paucity shortage dearth

Common collocations

  • large volumes
  • small volumes
  • significant volumes
  • vast volumes
  • limited volumes
  • previous volumes
  • bound volumes
  • audio volumes

Word family

noun volume
verb volumize
adjective voluminous
adverb voluminously

Usage note

The word 'volumes' can refer to books or large quantities. Ensure context clarifies the intended meaning. It is often used in academic or technical writing.

Example sentences

  1. I have the entire volume set of Harry Potter books.
  2. The library has a vast collection of ancient volumes.
  3. The author's latest volume of poetry is a best-seller.
  4. I need to return the third volume of the encyclopedia to the library.
  5. The librarian helped me find a specific volume of historical documents.

Quotes

  • The volume of a book holds the power to transport us to different worlds. - Unknown
  • A book's worth is measured by the volume of knowledge it contains. - Unknown
  • The volumes of knowledge contained in libraries are endless. - Unknown

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