English · Word Candidate

magnitude

/ˈmæɡnɪtjuːd/

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Also seen as: magnitudes

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Meaning · English

The absolute or relative size, extent or importance of something.

Noun

And on a programme of works of this magnitude, passengers will need to be mindful of the age-old maxim of 'no gain without pain'.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

An order of magnitude.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “magnitude” mean?

The absolute or relative size, extent or importance of something.

Is “magnitude” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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