Dimension vs. Dimention — What's the Difference?
By Tayyaba Rehman & Fiza Rafique — Updated on September 13, 2023
The correct spelling is "Dimension," while the incorrect spelling is "Dimention." "Dimension" refers to a measurable extent, such as length, width, or depth.
Difference Between Dimension and Dimention
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Which is correct: Dimension or Dimention
How to spell Dimension?
Dimension
Correct Spelling
Dimention
Incorrect Spelling
Key Differences
"Dimension" has the root word "measure," which contains an 's,' not a 't.'
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Remember that "Dimension" includes 'sion,' like "television," not "tention" like "attention."
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Visualize the three dimensions (X, Y, Z) to help remember the 's.'
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"Dimension" rhymes with "extension," both having an 's' before the 'ion.'
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"Di-men-SION," all components end with a vowel except the 'n.'
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Compare with Definitions
Dimension
Dimension refers to a measurable extent such as length, width, or depth.
The dimension of the room is 10x12 feet.
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Dimention
Dimention is an incorrect spelling of Dimension.
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Dimension
In mathematics, dimension denotes the minimum number of coordinates to specify any point.
In a 3D space, three dimensions are required.
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In physics, dimension indicates specific fundamental quantities (like length, mass, time) that define a physical state.
Time is considered the fourth dimension in physics.
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In art, dimension can refer to the illusion of depth on a flat surface.
The painting captured the third dimension convincingly.
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Dimension
Dimension can also describe aspects or facets of a situation or a person.
The movie added another dimension to the novel's narrative.
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Dimension
To mark with specified dimensions.
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In physics and mathematics, the dimension of a mathematical space (or object) is informally defined as the minimum number of coordinates needed to specify any point within it. Thus a line has a dimension of one (1D) because only one coordinate is needed to specify a point on it – for example, the point at 5 on a number line.
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A measurable extent of a particular kind, such as length, breadth, depth, or height
The drawing must be precise in dimension
The final dimensions of the pond were 14 ft x 8 ft
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Dimension
An aspect or feature of a situation
We must focus on the cultural dimensions of the problem
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Dimension
Cut or shape (something) to particular measurements.
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Dimension
A measure of spatial extent, especially width, height, or length.
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Often dimensions Extent or magnitude; scope
A problem of alarming dimensions.
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Aspect; element
"He's a good newsman, and he has that extra dimension" (William S. Paley).
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The least number of independent coordinates required to specify uniquely the points in a space.
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The range of such a coordinate.
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(Physics) A physical property, such as mass, distance, time, or a combination thereof, regarded as a fundamental measure of a physical quantity
Velocity has the dimension of distance divided by time.
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A realm of existence, as in a work of fiction, that is physically separate from another such realm
"Although it tells a grounded, political story free from aliens and alternate dimensions, the film remains packed to the brim with iconic ... characters." (Conner Schwerdtfeger).
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Dimension
To cut or shape to specified dimensions.
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Dimension
A single aspect of a given thing.
This film can be enjoyed on many dimensions - the script is great, the acting is realistic, and the special effects will simply take you aback.
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A measure of spatial extent in a particular direction, such as height, width or breadth, or depth.
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A construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished.
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(geometry) The number of independent coordinates needed to specify uniquely the location of a point in a space; also, any of such independent coordinates.
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(linear algebra) The number of elements of any basis of a vector space.
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(physics) One of the physical properties that are regarded as fundamental measures of a physical quantity, such as mass, length and time.
The dimension of velocity is length divided by time.
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(computing) Any of the independent ranges of indices in a multidimensional array.
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Dimension
A universe or plane of existence.
A machine that lets you travel to a parallel dimension.
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(transitive) To mark, cut or shape something to specified dimensions.
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To specify the size of (an array or similar data structure); to allocate.
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Dimension
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Measure in a single line, as length, breadth, height, thickness, or circumference; extension; measurement; - usually, in the plural, measure in length and breadth, or in length, breadth, and thickness; extent; size; as, the dimensions of a room, or of a ship; the dimensions of a farm, of a kingdom.
Gentlemen of more than ordinary dimensions.
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Extent; reach; scope; importance; as, a project of large dimensions.
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The degree of manifoldness of a quantity; as, time is quantity having one dimension; volume has three dimensions, relative to extension.
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A literal factor, as numbered in characterizing a term. The term dimensions forms with the cardinal numbers a phrase equivalent to degree with the ordinal; thus, a2b2c is a term of five dimensions, or of the fifth degree.
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The manifoldness with which the fundamental units of time, length, and mass are involved in determining the units of other physical quantities.
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The magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height)
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A construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished;
Self-confidence is not an endearing property
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One of three cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space
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Magnitude or extent;
A building of vast proportions
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Indicate the dimensions on;
These techniques permit us to dimension the human heart
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Shape or form to required dimensions
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Common Curiosities
What is the root word of Dimension?
"Dimensio" from Latin, meaning "measured out."
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Which vowel is used before Dimension?
"A," as in "a dimension."
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What is the singular form of Dimension?
Dimension.
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Why is it called Dimension?
It's called "Dimension" because it measures extents in space or attributes.
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Which preposition is used with Dimension?
"Of," as in "dimension of the room."
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What is the verb form of Dimension?
The verb form is "to dimension."
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What is the pronunciation of Dimension?
/dɪˈmɛnʃən/
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Which article is used with Dimension?
"The" or "a."
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Is Dimension a negative or positive word?
Neutral.
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Is the Dimension term a metaphor?
It can be used metaphorically.
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What is the plural form of Dimension?
Dimensions.
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Which conjunction is used with Dimension?
"And," as in "length and width are dimensions."
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Is the word Dimension imperative?
No.
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Is Dimension a collective noun?
No.
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How do we divide Dimension into syllables?
Di-men-sion.
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Is Dimension an adverb?
No.
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Is Dimension a countable noun?
Yes, you can have multiple dimensions.
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What part of speech is Dimension?
Noun or Adjective.
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What is another term for Dimension?
Aspect, measure, or extent.
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What is the opposite of Dimension?
Limitlessness or indefinability.
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How is Dimension used in a sentence?
"The dimension of the box needs to be measured before shipping."
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Is the word “Dimension” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
It can be a direct object.
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How many syllables are in Dimension?
Three syllables.
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Which determiner is used with Dimension?
"The" or "a."
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What is the third form of Dimension?
Dimensioned.
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Is Dimension a noun or adjective?
It is primarily a noun, but can be used as an adjective in certain contexts.
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Is Dimension an abstract noun?
It can be, especially when describing non-physical attributes.
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Is Dimension a vowel or consonant?
It's a word, not a vowel or consonant.
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Is the word Dimension a gerund?
No.
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What is a stressed syllable in Dimension?
The second syllable, "men."
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What is the first form of Dimension?
Dimension.
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What is the second form of Dimension?
Dimensioned.
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