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 Each layer reflects a distinct but interconnected dimension of this shift. — Tim Bajarin, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 Wars and greenhouse gases The greenhouse gas emissions generated by the war add yet another dimension to an already grave situation. — Sarah Yerkes, Time, 10 July 2026 The look has been updated with taste and restraint, so there’s no mistaking the 33/303’s lineage—even the dimensions are within 1 mm of the originals. — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 8 July 2026 Having been seen on social media is enough to engender trust, primarily because, on BookTok, the social dimension of reading is more important than the private one. — Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 8 July 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
  • The size of the frozen zone in which crews are working to stabilize a building in Midtown Manhattan was decreased late Tuesday, but some roads remain blocked.
    — Kelly McCleary, CNN Money, 8 July 2026
  • To set up indirect grilling, preheat the grill, clean the grates, and adjust burners based on grill size.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2026
Definition of size
Noun
  • Robb declined to comment beyond confirming his scope and dates of work for the mayor and Lineage.
    — Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
  • This leaves little scope for a winger of Garnacho’s type with Chelsea already moving for suitable wing backs in the summer transfer window.
    — Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of scope
Noun
  • Astronomers have taken a new look at our Milky Way galaxy using data from NASA's Chandra X-ray observatory and the European Space Agency's XMM-Newton observatory and have pieced together new, precise measurements of the galaxy's spiral arms.
    — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 7 July 2026
  • The data reveals a distinct disconnect between what a platform reports and incrementality measurement.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 7 July 2026
Definition of measurement
Noun
  • Fabian Ruiz, scorer of Spain’s opening goal, also provides those runs from deep, which may explain his surprise inclusion ahead of Barcelona midfielder Pedri, but not to the same extent as Merino.
    — Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 11 July 2026
  • Deploy autonomous agents to handle the entirety of day-to-day execution to the greatest extent possible.
    — Thenuka Karunaratne, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of extent
Noun
  • Acuf was happy with the win but unsatisfied with his performance after going 6 of 20 from the field and 3 of 9 from 3-point range with four turnovers.
    — Jason Anderson July 9, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
  • In addition to spacious living and dining rooms, there are a semicircular media lounge, a family room, and a 35-foot-long eat-in kitchen with two ranges, two sinks, and two refrigerators.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 July 2026
Definition of range
Noun
  • Accessibility All areas of the hotel are accessible by wheelchair, with compliant door widths.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2026
  • Plant your feet about hip-width apart, six to eight inches in front of your bottom, with your knees bent and pointing toward the ceiling.
    — Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 7 July 2026
Definition of width

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“Dimension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimension. Accessed 14 Jul. 2026.

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