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 Meanwhile, Dyrholm focused on exploring the different dimensions of Vibeke. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2026 Palestra, nine years Grimaldo’s junior, does not have as refined an offensive game, but provides a few different dimensions — including a more seamless fit into a back four. — Colin Millar, New York Times, 1 July 2026 Research published in Frontiers in Sociology in 2025 added another dimension, finding that skin color satisfaction is a meaningful predictor of body satisfaction and disordered eating risk in Black girls. — Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Standard container dimensions also enable civilian transportation infrastructure to move military assets with relative ease, improving operational flexibility, reported SCMP. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 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
  • The movement lacks central leadership and messaging, but its scope has expanded beyond the environmental complaints that sparked it.
    — Max Grinstein, The Washington Examiner, 3 July 2026
  • The agency has not indicated when that review will conclude, and the final scope of any patent could change during the examination process.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 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
  • Oliver may have lived her own world to some extent, but that world was still the real one.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 3 July 2026
  • In bumping off Ecuador 2-0 Tuesday night in the friendly confines of Estadio Azteca, Mexico has set up Telemundo (and to a lesser extent, Fox) for a post-holiday blockbuster against England.
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of extent
Noun
  • Whereas the federal incentive may have been enough to spark interest in a range of buyers, Moody said the lesser amount will probably appeal mainly to people who already have their eye on an EV.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Events listed on the calendar range from neighborhood gatherings and historical commemorations to concerts, family activities and civic engagement programs.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 3 July 2026
Definition of range
Noun
  • Ronaldo is clearly more economical with his running — staying more static between the width of the goalposts — meaning Portugal are less fluid across the front line.
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 2 July 2026
  • Large vents, openings, and aerodynamic tunnels dominate the rear bodywork, creating a sense of lightness despite the car’s width.
    — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
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“Dimension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimension. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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