breadth (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /brɛdθ/

Definition

The distance or extent from side to side; width.

Examples

• The breadth of the river made it impossible to see the other side.

• She was surprised by the sheer breadth of his knowledge on the subject.

• We need to consider the full breadth of the problem before making a decision.

How to Use breadth

breadth of (prepositional phrase)

The extent or range of something. — "The breadth of his knowledge surprised everyone."

Synonyms of breadth

Words with a similar meaning to breadth:

• width
• extent
• scope
• compass

Antonyms of breadth

Words with the opposite meaning to breadth:

• narrowness
• length

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