volume
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈvɒl.juːm/
KK: /ˈvɑl.juːm/
adjective
Definition
Relating to a large amount or quantity of something.
Example
The volume of water in the lake is quite impressive.
Conversation
Have you seen the new book series that just came out?
Yeah, I heard it has a volume of different stories.
Exactly! I love when a series has a volume of options to choose from.
Me too! It means there's always something new to read.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
massive
substantial
ample
Antonyms
minimal
insignificant
slight
noun
Definition
A book or a collection of written or printed sheets that are bound together. It can also refer to the amount of space that a substance occupies or the level of sound produced by a device.
Example
She borrowed a volume of poetry from the library.
Conversation
Have you seen the new music player?
Yeah, it's great! I love how you can adjust the volume easily.
I know, right? It makes listening to my favorite songs much better.
verb
Definition
To increase or adjust the amount of sound produced by a device or system.
Example
Please volume the music so we can hear it better.
Tense Forms
Past: volumed
Past Participle: volumed
Conversation
Did you hear that new song? It really volumes up the energy in the room.
Yeah, I love how it makes you want to dance!
Exactly! I could feel the vibes volume rising as it played.
Root Explanation
Volume → It is derived from the Latin word "volumen" (meaning a roll or scroll), which comes from the verb "volvĕre" (meaning to roll). The word "volume" refers to the amount of space that an object occupies, akin to the idea of a rolled-up scroll taking up space.
Memory Tip
Imagine a scroll being 'rolled' ('volvĕre') — this helps you remember that 'volume' refers to the space something occupies.
Visually Confused Words
envolume
covolume
vole