Thesaurus results for SPECTRUM

spectrum

noun

ˈspek-trəm

Definition of spectrum

as in range

the distance or extent between possible extremes the complete spectrum of opinions on this hotly debated subject

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Recent Examples of spectrum Even two signed in the same summer — Casemiro and Antony — would leave very different impacts on the club and depart with their reputations at different ends of the spectrum. — Chris McKenna, New York Times, 16 July 2026 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in 31 children are on the autism spectrum. — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026 Each layer is optimized to absorb a distinct wavelength of the solar spectrum. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 14 July 2026 Pediatric behavioral health specialists who take care of children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, report receiving dismal reimbursement despite being in high demand. — Isabella Cueto, STAT, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for spectrum

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Noun

The law authorizes a pilot program offering grants and forgivable loans to address a range of repair needs and health hazards.

— Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
After hitting a three in the California Classic, Goldin hasn’t been able to build on that hint of extended range.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026

Definition of range

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The Nationals began to employ the practice at a wider scale earlier this season in the minor leagues, which meant Ford was ready to do the same when he was called up last week.

— Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Chatsworth is one of the bigger facilities due to the theater’s scale.

— Brooke Crothers, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of scale

Noun

For one thing, he’s gone through the gamut of career transactions, from being non-tendered by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2022 to signing a multi-year contract with the New York Yankees this winter.

— Johnny Flores Jr, New York Times, 15 July 2026
The Aetherion Max also delivers reasonably high brightness, rated at 3,300 ISO lumens, plus a wide color gamut (range of colors).

— M. David Stone, PC Magazine, 3 July 2026

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