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amplitude

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ɐ̃pliˈtudɨ/am·pli·tu·de

Definitions

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1

Extent, magnitude, width; the range or scope of something.

Usage examples

The amplitude of the valley was impressive.
The project has a national amplitude.

Common combinations

great amplitudethermal amplitudeamplitude of movement
2

(Physics) The maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation from its mean position.

Usage examples

The amplitude of the sound wave determines its volume.
The amplitude of the electrical signal was measured.

Common combinations

amplitude of a wavesignal amplitude