Amplitude

/ˈæmplɪˌtud/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the maximum extent of a vibration or oscillation, measured from the position of equilibrium.

The amplitude of the sound wave determines its loudness.

the range of variation in a quantity or phenomenon.

The amplitude of the temperature fluctuations this month was surprising.

a measure of the width of a wave, typically in physics.

Scientists measured the amplitude of the electromagnetic wave.

a measure of the maximum displacement of a periodic wave.

In studying tides, researchers focus on the amplitude of the water levels.

From Latin 'amplitudo' meaning 'breadth, fullness, extent'.

greater amplitude

A larger range or extent, often suggesting a more significant variation.

amplitude modulation

A technique used to encode information in a carrier wave by varying its amplitude.

amplitude spectrum

A representation of the amplitudes of various frequency components contained in a signal.

oscillation

The movement back and forth at a regular speed.

frequency

The rate at which a vibration occurs.

waves

A disturbance that travels through space and matter, often transferring energy.

Big vibes

That party had some serious amplitude!

Full spectrum

We need to bring some amplitude to this event!