quantum leap

Betekenis (Engels)

Noun

1. The discontinuous change of the state of an electron in an atom or molecule from one energy level to another.
2. (figuratively) An abrupt, extreme change.
3. (figuratively, informal, nonstandard) A large, massive, significant change.

Verb

To manifest, to forward the reality of.

Sinonieme

quantum jump

breakthrough

coup

penetration

Vertalings

Quantensprung

salto cuántico

saut quantique

descoberta

avanç

grande avanço

avanço ou aumento repentinos

Salto quântico

avanço

Durchbruch

Uitgespreek as (IPA)

/ˈkwɒntəm liːp/

Etimologie (Engels)

Possibly calque of Danish kvantespring.