spectrum
Translation
spectrum, range, scope
Examples
The rainbow shows the spectrum of light.
The rainbow shows the spectrum of light.
He has a wide spectrum of interests.
He has a wide spectrum of interests.
The policy affects a broad spectrum of people.
The policy affects a broad spectrum of people.
Grammar Patterns
a spectrum of ((sth.)) a range of (sth.) The course covers a wide spectrum of topics.
Similar Words
Synonyms: range, scope, gamut, variety
Etymology
From Latin 'spectrum' meaning 'appearance, image', from 'specere' meaning 'to look at'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'spectacle' of colours, like a rainbow, which shows the full 'spectrum'.