Latitude

8 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

The angular distance of a place north or south of the Earth's equator, measured in degrees. Also means scope for freedom of action or thought.

“London is located at approximately 51 degrees north latitude.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈlæt.ɪ.tjuːd/

Syllables

lat·i·tude

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Synonyms

freedom scopeleewayparallel

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Four vowels A-I-U-E; -TUDE ending common in abstract nouns

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Worth 9 points; useful word with balanced letter distribution

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