greater spread
[GRAY-ter spred]
noun phrasepl: greater spreads
maior amplitude/propagação
1. A wider or more extensive range, distribution, or difference between two points or values
The greater spread of income inequality has become a major social issue.
A maior amplitude da desigualdade de renda tornou-se uma questão social importante.
2. In finance, a larger difference between bid and ask prices
A greater spread in bond prices indicates lower liquidity in the market.
Uma maior amplitude nos preços dos títulos indica menor liquidez no mercado.
3. In statistics and data analysis, a wider dispersion or variance of data points
The greater spread of test scores shows more variability in student performance.
A maior amplitude das notas dos testes mostra mais variabilidade no desempenho dos alunos.
The term 'greater spread' is predominantly used in financial markets, epidemiology (especially post-COVID), and academic research in Brazil and Portuguese-speaking countries. In finance, 'maior spread' is a standard term among traders and investors. During the pandemic, 'maior propagação' became common when discussing virus transmission patterns.
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