Definitions

1. noun

The size or extent of something.

“The magnitude of the earthquake was devastating.”

2. noun

A measure of the brightness or energy of a star.

“Astronomers measured the magnitude of the new star in the galaxy.”

3. noun

A measure of the amount of light that a star produces.

“The magnitude of the star was so low that it was almost invisible.”

4. noun

A measure of the amount of something, such as energy or power.

“The magnitude of the storm was enormous, causing widespread damage.”