amplitude
Translation
amplitude, range, magnitude, breadth
Examples
The sound wave has a large amplitude.
The sound wave has a large amplitude.
She has a great amplitude of character.
She has a great amplitude of character.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the amplitude of (sth.) The amplitude of the signal is too low.
Similar Words
Synonyms: breadth, range, scope, magnitude
Etymology
From Latin 'amplitudo' (width, breadth), which comes from 'amplus' (large).
Memory Tips
Think of an 'amplifier' which increases the 'amplitude' of sound.