amplitude
/ˈæmplɪtuːd/
noun
- The maximum distance or height of a wave from its middle or resting position, especially in sound, light, or radio waves.
- In physics class, we measured the amplitude of the pendulum's swing.
- The amplitude of a sound wave determines how loud the sound is.
- A larger amplitude in an earthquake wave means more ground movement.
- The amount or level of something, especially when it is large or wide in range.
- Her emotions had a wide amplitude, from deep sadness to great joy.
- The amplitude of the company's growth surprised everyone in the industry.
- The amplitude of the temperature changes in the desert can be extreme.