Synonyms for quantum

Grammar : Noun

Spell : kwon-tuh m

Phonetic Transcription : ˈkwɒn təm

Définition of quantum

Origin : 1610s, "one's share or portion," from Latin quantum (plural quanta) "as much as, so much as; how much? how far? how great an extent?" neuter singular of correlative pronomial adjective quantus "as much" (see quantity). Introduced in physics directly from Latin by Max Planck, 1900; reinforced by Einstein, 1905. Quantum theory is from 1912; quantum mechanics, 1922; quantum jump is first recorded 1954; quantum leap, 1963, often figurative.

noun quantity

Example sentences :

I have something to tell you,” said Brandon grinning, “about the quantum jump.
Extract from : « The Quantum Jump » by Robert Wicks

In respect to foreigners the only guide is that of "quantum meruit."
Extract from : « The Sailor's Word-Book » by William Henry Smyth

The only question then left was the quantum of damages, to be assessed by a jury.
Extract from : « Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 4 of 8 » by Various

Now, no matter what the quantum might have been, it loses energy in kicking the atom.
Extract from : « The Ultimate Weapon » by John Wood Campbell

Quantum sufficit, my boy,” he said; “but I will eat a few of your grapes.
Extract from : « Marcus: the Young Centurion » by George Manville Fenn

Let us give her her quantum, and in time she will reach her level.
Extract from : « Alone » by Marion Harland

I care not what that fluid may be, so that I have my quantum.
Extract from : « Bits of Blarney » by R. Shelton Mackenzie

The existence of quantity, or the limited quantity, is the quantum.
Extract from : « A History of Philosophy in Epitome » by Albert Schwegler

It was the principle that united the Colonies to oppose it, not the quantum of the tax.
Extract from : « Novanglus, and Massachusettensis » by John Adams

Nor is Quantum ever more or less Quantum; it does not admit of degree.
Extract from : « Aristotle » by George Grote

Antonyms for quantum

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