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Definition of volumenext
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as in amount
a given or particular mass or aggregate of matter produces great volumes of work each day

Synonyms & Similar Words

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as in capacity
the largest number or amount that something can hold state the barrel's volume in terms of gallons

Synonyms & Similar Words

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How is the word volume different from other nouns like it?

The words bulk and mass are common synonyms of volume. While all three words mean "the aggregate that forms a body or unit," volume applies to an aggregate without shape or outline and capable of flowing or fluctuating.

a tremendous volume of water

When can bulk be used instead of volume?

The meanings of bulk and volume largely overlap; however, bulk implies an aggregate that is impressively large, heavy, or numerous.

the darkened bulk of the skyscrapers

When might mass be a better fit than volume?

The words mass and volume are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, mass suggests an aggregate made by piling together things of the same kind.

a mass of boulders

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of volume Users can adjust video quality, light brightness and alarm volume to match their needs. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Jan. 2026 The Oasis Hydration Pack has hundreds of positive reviews, with shoppers recognizing the volume of storage, durability, and comfort. Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026 The graphic below shows the Google search volume of 38 different sports or sports-adjacent topics over the course of the 2025 calendar. Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 8 Jan. 2026 Fasting can blunt performance, particularly during explosive or high-volume workouts, Lucas warned. Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for volume
Recent Examples of Synonyms for volume
Noun
  • Lightweight and easy to flatten when empty, this packable tote from Bagsmart is a steal for $26 and features tons of pockets for stashing all of your travel essentials.
    Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 11 Jan. 2026
  • The hair and makeup come together to beautifully complement her stunning Valentino gown—a silver-blue halter dress complete with tons of sequins and beading.
    Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • By then, California officials said people had already begun receiving their full benefit amounts, including in Sacramento County.
    Nicole Nixon, Sacbee.com, 10 Nov. 2025
  • General manager Brad Treliving won’t be afraid to make a deal in a short amount of time.
    Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • The season will be based on an original script after season 1 was based on May Cobb's book of the same name.
    Brenton Blanchet, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Quince Organic Airy Gauze Bed Blanket Complete the look of your hotel-worthy bed with a lightweight cotton bed blanket that can act as both an extra layer of warmth at night or the perfect oversized throw for afternoon naps, movie nights, and cozy mornings with your favorite book.
    Brittney Morgan, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Their 14,700-capacity stadium has plenty of old-school charm but badly needs modernisation.
    Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
  • The system’s ability to seamlessly coordinate with these diverse assets demonstrated its capacity for intelligent, integrated mission solutioning, according to a press release.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • As more loads were seized through the summer and fall of 2024, Wedding began to rely increasingly on one of Toronto’s most colorful criminal defense attorneys, Deepak Paradkar, for information, according to the indictment.
    Jesse Hyde, Rolling Stone, 10 Jan. 2026
  • In some of the tunnels that cut through the mountains, there were only a couple of inches to spare on either side of the loads.
    Stanley Stewart, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Getting more for your money—in quality or quantity—is a fabulous way to stock your home.
    Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
  • These unmanned systems are relatively low cost, can be produced in large quantities, and pose a challenge to conventional air and sea defences due to their size, numbers, and flight patterns.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Both books were instant New York Times bestsellers; the latter is set to make its paperback debut on June 30, 2026.
    Matt Grobar, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2026
  • At under seven ounces and smaller than a paperback book, portability is another strong suit.
    Graham Averill, Outside, 1 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Ancient book clasps — used to keep manuscript tomes shut — were uncovered at the site, along with styli, the medieval equivalents of pens and pencils.
    Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025
  • The movie might strategically skimp on details about the newly ascendant policies that result, but the size of the tome suggests that Liz has put a few of the particulars in writing.
    Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2025

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“Volume.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volume. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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