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Meaning of broadened
The primary meaning of the word "broadened" is to make something wider or more extensive.
Etymology of broadened
The word "broadened" comes from the Old English words "brad" meaning broad and "ened" which is a suffix forming the past participle of verbs, with the word evolving through Middle English to its current form, with its meaning expanding to include figurative senses of widening or expanding concepts or perspectives.
Synonyms
expanded
widened
enlarged
increased
augmented
extended
amplified
enhanced
intensified
magnified
multiplied
grown
developed
escalated
heightened
inflated
stretched
broad
comprehensive
extensive
expansive
widened
spread
diffuse
dispersed
extended
prolonged
lengthened
widened
inflated
bloated
swollen
dilated
distended
Definitions
- To make something wider or more extensive
- * To increase the range or scope of something
- * To become wider or more extensive
Usage Examples
- The company broadened its product line to include more sustainable options.
- * Her experiences abroad broadened her perspective on life.
- * The new policy broadened the definition of eligible participants.
Antonyms
narrowed
reduced
decreased
diminished
lessened
contracted
shrunk
compressed
condensed
confined
limited
restricted
minimized
constricted
tightened
curtailed
abridged
shortened
cut