noun

spread

The difference between two values.

The spread between the highest and lowest scores is small.

Etymology

The verb describes extending things apart. A numerical spread is the distance between two values, treating their difference as a measurable separation.

More examples

She compared the spread in prices across the stores.
The temperature spread widened during the week.
They calculated the spread between the two rates.

Forms

spread · spreads

Similar words

gap: A difference or space between two things.
range: The interval from lowest to highest value.