density
den·si·ty
noun \ˈden(t)-sə-tē\ plural den·si·ties
Definition of DENSITY
1
: the quality or state of being dense
2
: the quantity per unit volume, unit area, or unit length: as a : the mass of a substance per unit volume b : the distribution of a quantity (as mass, electricity, or energy) per unit usually of space (as length, area, or volume) c : the average number of individuals or units per space unit <a population density of 500 per square mile> <a housing density of 10 houses per acre>
3
a : the degree of opacity of a translucent medium b : the common logarithm of the opacity
Examples of DENSITY
- We were surprised by the fog's density.
- the density of her writing style
- These instruments are used for measuring the density of the atmosphere.
First Known Use of DENSITY
1598
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Antonyms: braininess, brightness, brilliance, cleverness, intelligence, keenness, quickness, quick-wittedness, sharpness, smartness
Near Antonyms: acumen, alertness, astuteness, discernment, insight, judgment (or judgement), perception, percipience, perspicacity; sagacity, sageness, sapience, wisdom, wit; logicality, logicalness, rationality, rationalness, reasonableness, soundness, validity
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