eighth

[eɪtθ]

eighth Definition

• 1. constituting number eight in a sequence
• 2. one of eight equal parts of something

Using eighth: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "eighth" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She finished in eighth place in the race.

• Example

  An eighth of a cup is equal to two tablespoons.

• Example

  He is in the eighth grade.

eighth Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for eighth

• octave
• 8th
• one-eighth

Antonyms for eighth

• first
• last
• seventh

Phrases with eighth

• eighth note

  a musical note played for one eighth the duration of a whole note

  Example

  The song's rhythm is based on eighth notes.

• eighth rest

  a musical rest that lasts for one eighth the duration of a whole rest

  Example

  The conductor signaled the musicians to pause for an eighth rest.

• eighth wonder of the world

  an impressive or amazing thing or place

  Example

  The Great Wall of China is often called the eighth wonder of the world.

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Summary: eighth in Brief

The term 'eighth' [eɪtθ] refers to the number eight in a sequence or one of eight equal parts of something. It is used as both an adjective and a noun, such as 'She finished in eighth place in the race.' 'Eighth' also extends into musical terms like 'eighth note' and 'eighth rest,' and idioms like 'eighth wonder of the world,' which denotes an impressive or amazing thing or place.