quantity

noun

ˈkwän-tə-tē How to pronounce quantity (audio)
Definition of quantitynext
1
as in loads
a considerable amount I wish you quantities of happiness in the New Year

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2
as in amount
a given or particular mass or aggregate of matter they prepared a huge quantity of mashed potatoes for the feast

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Recent Examples of quantity Robinson allegedly purchased large quantities of cocaine from a student in a different fraternity, Agostino Abbatiello, 24, who was charged with multiple counts of possession with intent to deliver and conspiracy. — Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026 Some people even enjoy minute quantities as a recreational drug. — Mattha Busby, Rolling Stone, 19 Aug. 2026 All quasars involve supermassive black holes surrounded by vast quantities of material upon which the black holes feed. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 19 Aug. 2026 The Air Jordan 17 Retro Low SP Metallic Silver is scheduled to be released in limited quantities on April 12 for a retail price of $245 from Nike’s Snkrs app and select Nike Nbhd retailers. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for quantity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quantity
  1. loads
  2. amount
  3. ton
  4. dozen
  5. chunk
  6. deal
  7. abundance
  8. wealth
Noun
  • The team must improve the fabrication process, scale up the laser power, and determine whether the ceramic waveguides can maintain their optical performance under much higher loads.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The rocket planes tested reaction-control systems for maneuvering where the air was too thin for normal aerodynamic controls, while gathering data on heating, stability, structural loads, human performance and piloting techniques during reentry.
    — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of loads
Noun
  • The storm is expected to produce rainfall totals of 5 to 10 inches, with maximum amounts of 15 inches across the Big Island.
    — Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • The district’s current budget assumes $285 million in TIF funds, though the final amount will be set by City Hall later this year.
    — Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of amount
Noun
  • Naperville received 3,000 tons secured from the CMS bid and 4,000 tons through an emergency procurement with Midwest Salt.
    — Steve Zalusky, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The trio gives Fort Worth-area football fans what should be a trio of contenders and a ton of high-stakes playoff matchups within a reasonable distance.
    — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of ton
Noun
  • There were dozens of officers and police vehicles seen in the area, along with ambulances.
    — Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Smalltown daughter of a farmer and homemaker who cared for a dozen children in a cabin without electricity.
    — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of dozen
Noun
  • Expect Black to play a good chunk of snaps Thursday to solidify his standing after San Francisco drafted him in the third round, calling him the second-best running back in the draft despite being the third off the board.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Fujiyama spent a chunk of our interview talking up investments in Europe’s defense sector, where Carlyle sees a €9 trillion opportunity.
    — Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of chunk
Noun
  • In the lawsuit, investors alleged they were led to believe that a groundbreaking Wondermind app would be made, advertising deals would be struck, and celebrity cover stories were already underway.
    — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Parton was working on a new Nashville museum and hotel, deals to endorse Purina dog treats and launch her Cup of Ambition coffee brand.
    — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of deal
Noun
  • The seven garden squares provide an abundance of green space, creating a tranquil setting just moments from Sloane Square, King’s Road, and Belgravia.
    — Nick Scott, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Their abundance can initially make the Arctic seem limitless.
    — Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of abundance
Noun
  • Institutional investors still seem to see growth opportunities, even if some sovereign wealth funds show signs of potential pullbacks.
    — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Japan’s royal succession depends on a archaic and highly contested law, despite a wealth of women who would be eligible to rule under different circumstances.
    — Séraphine Roger, Vanity Fair, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of wealth

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