Scope Definition

scope
noun
  1. an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"; "a piano has a greater range than the human voice"; "the ambit of municipal legislation"; "within the compass of this article"; "within the scope of an investigation"; "outside the reach of the law"; "in the political orbit of a world power"
  2. the state of the environment in which a situation exists; "you can't do that in a university setting"
  3. a magnifier of images of distant objects
  4. electronic equipment that provides visual images of varying electrical quantities

"Scope" in song lyrics

See how scope is used in real songs:

  • "my words of hope they tour the scope"
    2Mex — Falcon Gentle
  • "And I'm looking at life through a wider scope"
    7L & Esoteric — Terrorist's Cell
  • "lock him in my scope"
    Aceyalone — B-Boy Kingdom

Usage tips for "scope"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "scope" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for scope to find words that pair well.

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