quantum
/ˈkwɑntəm/
noun
- A very small, discrete amount or unit of something, especially energy.
- The scientist studied how a quantum of energy is absorbed by an atom.
- A photon is a quantum of light energy.
- In physics class, we learned that a quantum is the smallest possible unit of a physical property.
- A significant or sudden change or leap.
- The new technology represents a quantum leap in computing power.
- The company's profits took a quantum step forward after the merger.
- Her understanding of the subject made a quantum jump after she read the advanced textbook.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to the branch of physics that deals with very small particles and discrete units of energy.
- She is taking a course on quantum theory this semester.
- Quantum mechanics explains how particles behave at the atomic level.
- The lab is working on quantum computing, which uses qubits instead of regular bits.
- Very large or significant; dramatic.
- The team made a quantum gain in efficiency after the reorganization.
- There has been a quantum improvement in the quality of the product.
- The new policy led to a quantum increase in sales.