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What is another word for Latitude? – 155 Latitude Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    breadth width extent scope range area space expanse stretch span reach compass sweep amplitude magnitude degree measure dimension size scale proportion altitude angle inclination orientation position location situation placement arrangement layout geography topography cartography navigation astronomy geometry trigonometry measurement calculation estimation approximation freedom liberty flexibility autonomy independence leeway margin room maneuverability versatility adaptability

    Meaning of Latitude

    The primary meaning of the word "latitude" is a geographical term referring to the distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees.

    Definitions

    • The distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees
    • Freedom of action or choice, the scope or extent of something
    • A geographical term used in navigation, astronomy, and geography to describe the position of a place on the earth's surface

    Etymology of Latitude

    The word "latitude" comes from the Old French word "latitude", which is derived from the Latin word "latitudo", meaning "width" or "breadth"
    Historically, the term was used in astronomy and geography to describe the position of celestial bodies and places on the earth's surface
    Over time, the term has also been used figuratively to describe the scope or extent of something, such as freedom of action or choice

    Example Uses

    • The ship sailed at a latitude of 30 degrees north of the equator
    • The company gave its employees a lot of latitude in terms of flexible working hours
    • The latitude of the city is such that it experiences a mild climate year-round
    • The artist was given a lot of latitude in terms of creative freedom

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    restriction limitation constraint confinement narrowness rigidity inflexibility severity strictness regimentation discipline control precision exactness meticulousness scrupulousness carefulness attention detail pedantry pettiness finickiness fastidiousness scrupulosity

    Related Nouns

    geography topography cartography navigation astronomy geometry trigonometry measurement calculation estimation approximation freedom liberty flexibility autonomy independence leeway margin room maneuverability versatility adaptability scope range area space expanse

    Related Verbs

    navigate chart map measure calculate estimate approximate determine fix locate position situate arrange layout geometricize triangulate survey explore discover roam wander travel journey sail fly

    Related Adjectives

    geographical topographical cartographical navigational astronomical geometrical trigonometrical measurable calculable estimable approximate free liberal flexible autonomous independent versatile adaptable scope ranging area spacious expansive wide broad extensive