Thesaurus results for SPECTRUM

spectrum

noun

ˈspek-trəm

Definition of spectrum

as in range

the distance or extent between possible extremes the complete spectrum of opinions on this hotly debated subject

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Recent Examples of spectrum Smedium goddess braids One step up on the size spectrum, situated, as the name suggests, between small and medium, smedium braids are great for anyone seeking a fuller look. — Eden Stuart, Allure, 6 Oct. 2026 On the opposite end of the style spectrum, designers leaned into vintage washes and versatile fits. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026 Why also have these small investments across a spectrum of luxury brands? — Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2026 As China, Iran, and Russia operate across the full spectrum of propaganda, the United States is getting stuck in narrow silos. — RenÉe Diresta, Foreign Affairs, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for spectrum

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The electric motors run on an 850-volt architecture that promises up to 400 miles of range, with up to 200 miles added in as little as 13 minutes of charging.

— Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026
Our guide to the best cameras features a range of pro-level models.

— Harry Bennett, Space.com, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of range

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Apple Vision Pro proved particularly useful for judging the scale of sets before physical construction.

— Davide Abbatescianni, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
This is a city full of glittering theater marquees and mint midcentury signage, and ringed with rail yards and the scars of an industrial center remade for human scale.

— Leslie Pariseau, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of scale

Noun

Measuring at only 62% of the sRGB gamut and 46% of both the Adobe RGB and DCI-P3 gamuts, this business laptop loses out to the rest of the lot here by dozens of percentage points.

— Marshall Honorof, PC Magazine, 3 Oct. 2026
The university says that Glover, in his position as executive advisor, will work with the gamut of university leadership, including the president, provost and college deans.

— Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Sep. 2026

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