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Q: How is the word 'bulk' different from other nouns like it?

The words mass and volume are common synonyms of bulk . While all three words mean "the aggregate that forms a body or unit," bulk implies an aggregate that is impressively large, heavy, or numerous. // the darkened bulk of the skyscrapers

Q: Where would 'mass' be a reasonable alternative to 'bulk'?

While in some cases nearly identical to bulk , mass suggests an aggregate made by piling together things of the same kind. // a mass of boulders

Q: When could 'volume' be used to replace 'bulk'?

The words volume and bulk are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, volume applies to an aggregate without shape or outline and capable of flowing or fluctuating. // a tremendous volume of water

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Synonyms & Antonyms of bulk

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 the largest part or quantity of something

agriculture makes up the bulk of the country's economy

Synonyms for bulk

Words Related to bulk

plurality

maximum,
most

Near Antonyms for bulk

least,
minimum

Antonyms for bulk

minority

2 the main or greater part of something as distinguished from its subordinate parts

the cookie lost a few crumbs, but the bulk of it remained

Synonyms for bulk

body,
brunt,
chief,
core,
generality,
heft
[archaic],
main,
mass,
staple,
weight

Words Related to bulk

majority

Near Antonyms for bulk

3 the total amount of measurable space or surface occupied by something

due to its bulk, we were unable to get the enormous bookcase into the back seat of the car

Synonyms for bulk

Words Related to bulk

area

bulk

verb

Synonyms & Antonyms of bulk (Entry 2 of 2)

1 as in inflate, blow up

Synonyms & Near Synonyms for bulk

Antonyms & Near Antonyms for bulk

2 as in bloat

Synonyms & Near Synonyms for bulk

bloat

Antonyms & Near Antonyms for bulk

lighten

bleed,
draw (off)

Frequently Asked Questions About bulk

How is the word bulk different from other nouns like it?

The words mass and volume are common synonyms of bulk. While all three words mean "the aggregate that forms a body or unit," bulk implies an aggregate that is impressively large, heavy, or numerous.

the darkened bulk of the skyscrapers

Where would mass be a reasonable alternative to bulk?

While in some cases nearly identical to bulk, mass suggests an aggregate made by piling together things of the same kind.

a mass of boulders

When could volume be used to replace bulk?

The words volume and bulk are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, volume applies to an aggregate without shape or outline and capable of flowing or fluctuating.

a tremendous volume of water

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