# quantified

/ˈkwɑntɪˌfaɪd/ (US) · /kwˈɒntɪfˌaɪd/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/quantified
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

to express something as a number or a specific amount. You use this when you want to show how much of something exists or how big an effect it has.

For teachers: to express or measure something in terms of a number or quantity. Often used in academic or technical contexts to describe the process of making abstract concepts concrete.

## Examples

- The researchers quantified the amount of water in the soil.
- The study managed to quantify the impact of the new policy on local businesses for the first time.
- While the qualitative data provided rich insights into the participants' experiences, the researchers needed to quantify the results to secure further funding for the project.

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