online vocabulary.com

Volume - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Volume refers to the amount of space an object occupies or the loudness of sound. It can also describe a book in a series or the quantity of something, like liquid.

volume

/ˈvɑljəm/ /ˈvɒljuːm/

Definition:

The amount of space occupied by an object or the degree of sound intensity.

Synonyms:

capacity, bulk, magnitude, size

Part of Speech:

noun, verb

Antonyms:

silence, emptiness

Common Collocations:

high volume, low volume, volume control, increase volume, decrease volume

Derivatives:

voluminous, volumize

Usage Tips:

Use "volume" for physical space or sound level; adjust contextually (e.g., "Turn up the volume" vs. "The box has a large volume").

Common Phrases:

speak volumes, turn the volume up/down, at full volume

Etymology:

From Latin "volumen" (a roll or scroll), derived from "volvere" (to roll).

Examples:

  • 1. The book's volume made it heavy to carry.
  • 2. She turned down the volume on the radio.
  • 3. The storage box has a large volume for all your items.
  • 4. His actions speak volumes about his character.

MORE VOCABULARY LISTS