Adjectives of Size and Quantity - Adjectives of Dimension

Adjectives of dimension are used to describe the size, extent, or measurements of an object or concept.

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Categorized English Adjectives of Size and Quantity

long

[Adjective]

(of two points) having an above-average distance between them

Ex: The bridge is a mile long and connects the two towns.

short

[Adjective]

having a below-average distance between two points

Ex: The dog 's leash had a short chain , keeping him close while walking in crowded areas .

deep

[Adjective]

having a great distance from the surface to the bottom

Ex: They drilled a hole that was two meters deep to reach the underground pipes .

wide

[Adjective]

having a large length from side to side

Ex: The fabric was 45 inches wide, perfect for making a set of curtains .

thick

[Adjective]

having a long distance between opposite sides

Ex: The book 's cover is made from cardboard that 's half an inch thick, giving it durability .

thin

[Adjective]

having opposite sides or surfaces that are close together

Ex: She layered the thin slices of cucumber on the sandwich for added crunch .

tall

[Adjective]

having greater than average height

Ex: Do you know how tall the Eiffel Tower is ?

broad

[Adjective]

having a large distance between one side and another

Ex: The river was half a mile broad at its widest point .

vast

[Adjective]

extremely great in extent, size, or area

Ex: From the top of the mountain , they could see the vast valley below , dotted with tiny villages .

narrow

[Adjective]

having a limited distance between opposite sides

Ex: The narrow bridge could only accommodate one car at a time , causing traffic delays .

shallow

[Adjective]

having a short distance from the surface to the bottom

Ex: The river became shallow during the dry season , exposing rocks and sandbars .

spacious

[Adjective]

(of a room, house, etc.) large with a lot of space inside

Ex: The conference room was spacious, able to host meetings with large groups of people .

lofty

[Adjective]

(of a mountain, building, etc.) very tall and outstanding

Ex: The mountain range stretched into the distance , its lofty peaks shrouded in mist .

stubby

[Adjective]

short and thick in proportion to the length

Ex: Despite his stubby legs , the dog was surprisingly fast and agile .

elongated

[Adjective]

long and thin, often more than expected or typical

Ex: Due to his elongated limbs, Mark excelled in sports like swimming and basketball.

ultra-wide

[Adjective]

exceptionally wide, exceeding standard measurements

Ex: The movie theater screen was ultra-wide, enveloping the audience in a panoramic view of the film .

extensive

[Adjective]

covering a large area

Ex: Japan 's extensive rail network allows for efficient travel across the country .

Adjectives of Size and Quantity
Adjectives of Dimension	Adjectives of Large Size	Adjectives of Small and Medium Size	Adjectives of Small Quantity
Adjectives of Large Quantity	Adjectives of Change in Quantity	Adjectives of Excess	Adjectives of High Amount

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