magnitude
|mag-ni-tude|
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/ˈmæɡ.nɪ.tuːd/
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/ˈmæɡ.nɪ.tjuːd/
great size or importance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'magnitude' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'magnitudo,' where 'magnus' meant 'great' or 'large.'
Historical Evolution
'magnitudo' transformed into the Old French word 'magnitude,' and eventually became the modern English word 'magnitude.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'greatness of size,' but over time it evolved to include the concept of 'importance or significance.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the great size or extent of something.
The magnitude of the earthquake was recorded at 7.0.
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Noun 2
the degree of brightness of a star.
The star's magnitude was measured using a telescope.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40