Dimension — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /də-ˈmen(t)-shən/ di·men·sion

Meaning & Definition of Dimension

Dimension (noun)

  1. measure in one direction; specifically, one of three coordinates determining a position in space or four coordinates determining a position in space and time
  2. one of a group of properties whose number is necessary and sufficient to determine uniquely each element of a system of usually mathematical entities (such as an aggregate of points in real or abstract space); also, a parameter or coordinate variable assigned to such a property
  3. the number of elements in a basis of a vector space

Dimension (verb)

  1. to form to the required dimensions
  2. to indicate the dimensions of (as on a drawing)

Dimension (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the total amount of measurable space or surface occupied by something

    "the mansion is great in dimension and can easily be converted into a B and B"

    similar: bulk, extent, magnitude, measure, measurement, proportion, size
    related: area, capaciousness, commodiousness, roominess, spaciousness, ampleness, amplitude, bigness, bulkiness, enormousness, grandness, greatness, grossness, heftiness, hugeness, immenseness, immensity, largeness, mass, massiveness, monstrousness, stupendousness, tremendousness, vastness, volume, voluminousness

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

    "the vast dimensions of the subject will require years of study"

    similar: ambit, amplitude, breadth, compass, confines, 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 Dimension

The most common words with a similar meaning to Dimension:

bulk, extent, magnitude, measure, measurement, proportion, size, ambit, amplitude, breadth, compass, confines, range, reach, realm, scope, sweep, width

Related Words for Dimension

area, capaciousness, commodiousness, roominess, spaciousness, ampleness, bigness, bulkiness, enormousness, grandness, greatness, grossness, heftiness, hugeness, immenseness, immensity, largeness, mass, massiveness, monstrousness, stupendousness, tremendousness, vastness, volume, voluminousness, gamut, spectrum, spread, bailiwick, circle

Word Forms of Dimension

Inflections: dimensioned, dimensioning

Derived words: dimensional (adjective), dimensionality (noun), dimensionally (adverb), dimensionless (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Dimension

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin dimension-, dimensio, from dimetiri to measure out, from dis- + metiri to measure measure

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Dimension

Words & Phrases Containing Dimension

fourth dimension, third dimension

Frequently Asked Questions about Dimension

What does "Dimension" mean?

"Dimension" means measure in one direction; specifically, one of three coordinates determining a position in space or four coordinates determining a position in space and time. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: measure in one direction; specifically, one of three coordinates determining a position in space or four coordinates determining a position in space and time. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Dimension"?

Other words for "Dimension" include bulk, extent, magnitude, measure, measurement, proportion, size and ambit. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Dimension" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Dimension"?

There are 64 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Dimension". Common alternatives include bulk, extent, magnitude, measure, measurement, proportion, size, ambit, amplitude and breadth.

How do you use "Dimension" in a sentence?

Examples of "Dimension" in a sentence: "the mansion is great in dimension and can easily be converted into a B and B"; "the vast dimensions of the subject will require years of study".

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

"Dimension" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Dimension" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Dimension" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Dimension"?

"Dimension" is pronounced /də-ˈmen(t)-shən/ and divided into syllables as di·men·sion.

What is the origin of the word "Dimension"?

"Dimension" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin dimension-, dimensio, from dimetiri to measure out, from dis- + metiri to measure measure. First known use: 14th century.