latitude

The word “latitude” has 3 syllables: lat-i-tude

It's pronounced as /ˈlæt.ə.tuːd/

What is synonym and antonym for latitude?

In the thesaurus, “latitude” has 44 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for latitude along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for latitude

authority
authorization
blank check
breadth
carte blanche
clutch
command
compass
control
dominion
elbow room
extent
free hand
freedom
grip
hold
independence
indulgence
laxity
leeway
liberty
licence
license
mandate
margin
mastery
play
power
range
reach
rein
room
run
run of
slack
space
span
spread
sway
sweep
swing
unrestrictedness
width
wiggle room

Antonyms for latitude

extreme
limitation
restriction

Meanings of latitude

noun
1. The angular distance north or south from a planet's equator, measured along the meridian of that particular point.
2. An imaginary line (in fact a circumference) around a planet running parallel to the planet's equator.
3. The relative freedom from restrictions; scope to do something.
4. The angular distance of a heavenly body from the ecliptic.
5. The extent to which a light-sensitive material can be over- or underexposed and still achieve an acceptable result.
6. Extent or scope; e.g. breadth, width or amplitude.

Example Sentences

The captain used the ship's latitude and longitude to determine its location.
The professor gave students considerable latitude in choosing their research topics.
Polar bears are commonly found in regions of high latitude.
His job allows him great latitude in making decisions about the company's direction.
Plants in this area thrive because of the favorable latitude and climate.

On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to latitude, such as: authority, authorization, blank check, breadth, carte blanche, clutch, command.

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