Ambit — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈam-bət/ am·bit

Meaning & Definition of Ambit

Ambit (noun)

  1. circuit, compass
  2. the bounds or limits of a place or district
  3. a sphere of action, expression, or influence, scope

Ambit (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends

    "many feel that church leaders stray outside of their proper ambit when they make specific political endorsements"

    similar: amplitude, breadth, compass, confines, dimension(s), extent, range, reach, realm, scope, sweep, width
    related: gamut, spectrum, spread, bailiwick, circle, demesne, department, discipline, domain, element, fief, fiefdom, field, province, region, specialty, sphere, terrain, frontier, horizon, panorama

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ambit

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ambit:

amplitude, breadth, compass, confines, dimension(s), extent, range, reach, realm, scope, sweep, width

Related Words for Ambit

gamut, spectrum, spread, bailiwick, circle, demesne, department, discipline, domain, element, fief, fiefdom, field, province, region, specialty, sphere, terrain, frontier, horizon, panorama

Origin & Etymology of Ambit

borrowed from Latin ambitus "circuit, circumference, strip of ground around the outside of a building," from ambīre "to visit in rotation, surround, encircle" + -tus, suffix of action nouns ambient:1

First known use: 1597

Frequently Asked Questions about Ambit

What does "Ambit" mean?

"Ambit" means circuit, compass. As a noun, it is defined as: circuit, compass.

What is another word for "Ambit"?

Other words for "Ambit" include amplitude, breadth, compass, confines, dimension(s), extent, range and reach. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ambit" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ambit"?

There are 33 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ambit". Common alternatives include amplitude, breadth, compass, confines, dimension(s), extent, range, reach, realm and scope.

How do you use "Ambit" in a sentence?

Examples of "Ambit" in a sentence: "many feel that church leaders stray outside of their proper ambit when they make specific political endorsements".

Is "Ambit" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ambit" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Ambit"?

"Ambit" is pronounced /ˈam-bət/ and divided into syllables as am·bit.

What is the origin of the word "Ambit"?

"Ambit" comes from borrowed from Latin ambitus "circuit, circumference, strip of ground around the outside of a building," from ambīre "to visit in rotation, surround, encircle" + -tus, suffix of action nouns ambient:1. First known use: 1597.

What is another word for "Ambit" meaning "an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends"?

When "Ambit" (noun) means an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends, synonyms include amplitude, breadth, compass, confines, dimension(s) and extent.