Magnification

Pronunciation: /ˌmæɡnəfəˈkeɪʃən/

Magnification (noun)

  1. The process of making something appear larger than its actual size.
  2. The amount by which an image or object is enlarged.

Examples

  • The magnification of the image made it easier to see details.
  • The magnification of the object showed a significant increase in size.

Common collocations: apply magnification, achieve magnification, result in magnification, cause magnification

Synonyms of Magnification

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Magnification

  • — The opposite of making something larger.
  • — Refers to the process of making something smaller.