Pronunciation

/ˈkwɒnəti/

Definitions

Noun

1. The amount or number of something, often measured or specified: The recipe calls for a certain quantity of sugar.
2. A measure or standard of something, such as size or quality: The car’s fuel efficiency is measured in quantities of miles per gallon.

Verb

1. To determine or specify the amount or number of something: To quantify the data is essential for analysis.
2. To have or possess a specific amount or number: We have a limited quantity of stock left.

Phrases

• “In sufficient quantity” means enough to meet the need.
• “Measure in quantity” involves determining the amount or number of something.
• “Keep track of quantities” implies managing or recording the amounts of items.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The recipe calls for three quantities of eggs.”
• Verb: “She quantified the ingredients before starting to cook.”
• Verb: “We need to order more quantities of flour to finish the project.”

Synonyms

• Amount
• Measure
• Total
• Quantity of
• Volume
• Amount of
• Number
• Sum
• Extent
• Supply

Antonyms

• Insufficient
• Limited
• Scant
• Excess
• Surplus
• Inadequate
• Small
• Sparse