quantify — To express or measure something in terms of quantity or numbers. To determine or specify the amount or extent of something using numerical values.
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: To express or measure something in terms of quantity or numbers. To determine or specify the amount or extent of something using numerical values.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkwɑːntɪfaɪ/
Example Sentences
- My mom tried to quantify how much I love pizza, but the numbers broke her calculator.
- Researchers are working to quantify the economic benefits of remote work.
- It's impossible to quantify the joy of finding your keys in the fridge.
quantify
VERB[/ˈkwɑːntɪfaɪ/]
To express or measure something in terms of quantity or numbers. To determine or specify the amount or extent of something using numerical values.
To express or measure something in terms of quantity or numbers. To determine or specify the amount or extent of something using numerical values.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'quantus' meaning 'how much' or 'how many,' combined with the suffix '-ify' to create a verb meaning 'to measure or express as a quantity.'
Breakdown
quant- (how much/many) + -ify (to make/cause to become)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My mom tried to quantify how much I love pizza, but the numbers broke her calculator.”
“Researchers are working to quantify the economic benefits of remote work.”
“It's impossible to quantify the joy of finding your keys in the fridge.”
“The company needs to quantify customer satisfaction through surveys.”
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