gamut

[ˈɡamət]

gamut Definition

  • 1the complete range or scope of something
  • 2a complete scale of musical notes

Using gamut: Examples

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

  • Example

    The issue affects the gamut of society.

  • Example

    The company offers a gamut of services to its clients.

  • Example

    The movie soundtrack features a gamut of musical styles.

  • Example

    The pianist played the entire gamut of notes in the piece.

gamut Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with gamut

  • to cover the entire range of something

    Example

    The menu runs the gamut from appetizers to desserts.

  • the complete range of something

    Example

    The new collection includes the full gamut of colors and sizes.

  • the complete range of emotions that a person can experience

    Example

    The actor's performance ran the gamut of emotions, from joy to despair.

Origins of gamut

from Medieval Latin 'gamma ut', the lowest note of medieval music

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Summary: gamut in Brief

The term 'gamut' [ˈɡamət] refers to the complete range or scope of something, such as a company's services or the emotions a person can experience. It also denotes a complete scale of musical notes, as in 'The pianist played the entire gamut of notes in the piece.' Phrases like 'run the gamut' and 'full gamut' express the idea of covering the complete range of something.