quantum leap

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Synonyms: quantum leaps

Antonyms: quantum leaps

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|quantum mechanics}} The [[discontinuous]] change of the [[state]] of an [[electron]] in an [[atom]] or [[molecule]] from one [[energy level]] to another.
2. {{lb|en|figurative}} An [[abrupt]], extreme change.<!--especially from one state to another without moving gradually through intermediate stages-->
3. {{lb|en|figurative|informal|nonstandard}} A [[large]], massive, significant change.

Verb

1. {{lb|en|slang|esoteric|_|{{w|Law of attraction (New Thought)|attraction theory}}|slang}} To [[manifest]], to [[forward]] the [[reality]] of.

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