amplitude

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Synonyms: aptitude, amaritude, amplitudes

Antonyms: aptitude, amaritude, amplitudes

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Noun

1. The [[measure]] of the [[size]] of something, especially its [[width]] or [[breadth]]; [[largeness]], [[magnitude]].
2. {{lb|en|mathematics}} The [[maximum]] [[absolute]] [[value]] of the [[vertical]] [[component]] of a [[curve]] or [[function]], especially one that is [[periodic]].
3. {{lb|en|physics}} The maximum absolute value of some quantity that [[varies]].
4. {{lb|en|astronomy}} The arc of the horizon between the true east or west point and the center of the sun, or a star, at its rising or setting. At the rising, the amplitude is eastern or [[ortive]]: at the setting, it is western, [[occiduous]], or [[occasive]]. It is also northern or southern, when north or south of the equator.
5. {{lb|en|astronomy}} The arc of the horizon between the true east or west point and the foot of the vertical circle passing through any star or object.
6. {{lb|en|firearms}} The horizontal line which measures the distance to which a projectile is thrown; the [[range]].
7. {{lb|en|gymnastics}} The range of motion of the gymnast's body while performing a skill.
8. {{lb|en|ecology}} The range of environmental conditions in which an organism can survive.

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