dimension

noun

də-ˈmen(t)-shən How to pronounce dimension (audio)
Definition of dimensionnext
1
as in size
the total amount of measurable space or surface occupied by something the mansion is great in dimension and can easily be converted into a B and B

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2
as in scope
dimensions plural an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends the vast dimensions of the subject will require years of study

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Recent Examples of dimension Contrasting textures and finishes bring dimension to her head-to-toe black look. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 4 Nov. 2026 Last Thursday's breach adds a new dimension, bringing cybersecurity, custody, compliance and balance-sheet resilience into sharper focus. — Tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2026 Generic online options tend to look cheap, and they’re offered in only the most basic dimensions. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2026 My favorite is Spanish Fly, a ’90s brown-red with a hint of blue dimension. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 3 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dimension
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dimension
  1. size
  2. scope
  3. measurement
  4. extent
  5. range
  6. width
Noun
  • Furthermore, the institute estimates that a 5% reduction could save roughly one metric ton of fuel per day on a tanker of this size.
    — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2026
  • Beijing Jiaquan Church was founded in 2006 and had grown in size as an unregistered congregation, Gu said.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Nov. 2026
Definition of size
Noun
  • Paoletta said the Democratic congressman was wrongly characterizing the scope of the original, century-old construction plan, citing correspondence from long-ago officials.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Although exploiting these services could reveal a task’s flag, doing so was outside the authorized scope.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of scope
Noun
  • The researchers also demonstrated that the chip could measure information contained in phase relationships that intensity-only measurements would miss.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The bezels that separate the display from the metal frame are thinner, but Apple hasn't provided exact measurements to say by how much.
    — Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of measurement
Noun
  • Images make Andromeda look compact, but its full apparent extent is enormous — several times the width of the full moon — and our eyes usually pick up only the much brighter central region.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Police did not immediately provide details about the extent of the injuries or the conditions of the three surviving officers.
    — Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of extent
Noun
  • Run by a Chilean nonprofit, Latinobarómetro measures views on a range of issues, including democracy, economy, security and immigration but also the influence of world powers like China and the United States.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The rooms The 50 rooms and suites range in size from studios to two bedrooms.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of range
Noun
  • The researchers determined how high the barriers must be and their necessary width for electrons to flow through.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
  • That extra width can be very helpful in music, too, widening the soundstage and giving each instrument more room in the mix.
    — Christian de Looper, PC Magazine, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of width

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“Dimension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimension. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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