Quantify: meaning, definitions and examples

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quantify

 

[ ˈkwɒntɪˌfʌɪ ]

Context #1

measurement

To determine or express the quantity of something. It involves assigning a numerical value to something in order to measure its amount.

Synonyms

assess, calculate, evaluate, measure

Examples of usage

  • It is important to quantify the results of the experiment.
  • Can you quantify the level of pollution in this area?
Context #2

estimate

To make an estimate or approximation of something. It involves providing an educated guess or rough calculation of a quantity.

Synonyms

approximate, gauge, guesstimate, infer

Examples of usage

  • She tried to quantify the time it would take to finish the project.
  • The scientist quantified the potential risks of the new drug.
Context #3

express

To express or describe something in numerical terms. It involves representing something in quantitative terms.

Synonyms

articulate, define, outline, state

Examples of usage

  • The survey quantified the level of satisfaction among customers.
  • He quantified his feelings for her by writing a love letter.

Translations

Translations of the word "quantify" in other languages:

🇵🇹 quantificar

🇮🇳 मात्रा निर्धारित करना

🇩🇪 quantifizieren

🇮🇩 mengukur

🇺🇦 кількісно оцінювати

🇵🇱 kwantyfikować

🇯🇵 定量化する

🇫🇷 quantifier

🇪🇸 cuantificar

🇹🇷 nicelik belirlemek

🇰🇷 정량화하다

🇸🇦 قياس الكمية

🇨🇿 kvantifikovat

🇸🇰 kvantifikovať

🇨🇳 量化

🇸🇮 kvantificirati

🇮🇸 magngreina

🇰🇿 санын анықтау

🇬🇪 რაოდენობრივი განსაზღვრა

🇦🇿 miqdarını müəyyənləşdirmək

🇲🇽 cuantificar

Word origin

The word 'quantify' originated from the Latin word 'quantificare', which means 'to measure'. The concept of quantifying quantities has been essential in various fields such as science, mathematics, and economics. By assigning numerical values to measurements, we can better understand and analyze the world around us. The ability to quantify has revolutionized the way we interpret data and make decisions based on quantitative information.