amplitude

noun8

1. •
   The measure of the size of something, especially its width or breadth; largeness, magnitude.

   • The cathedral of Lincoln […] is a magnificent structure, proportionable to the amplitude of the diocese. — 1655
2. •
   The maximum absolute value of the vertical component of a curve or function, especially one that is periodic.
3. •
   The maximum absolute value of some quantity that varies.
4. •
   The range of motion of the gymnast's body while performing a skill.
5. •
   The range of environmental conditions in which an organism can survive.
6. •
   The horizontal line which measures the distance to which a projectile is thrown; the range.
7. •
   The arc of the horizon between the true east or west point and the center of the sun, or a star, at its rising or setting. At the rising, the amplitude is eastern or ortive: at the setting, it is western, occiduous, or occasive. It is also northern or southern, when north or south of the equator.
8. •
   The arc of the horizon between the true east or west point and the foot of the vertical circle passing through any star or object.