broad (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /brɔːd/

Definition

Measuring a large distance from side to side; wide.

Examples

• The river was very broad at this point.

• She has a broad smile that lights up her face.

• The company is looking for candidates with broad experience in marketing.

How to Use broad

broadly speaking (collocation)

In general terms; without going into detail. — "Broadly speaking, the economy is improving."

broad range (collocation)

A wide variety of things. — "The store offers a broad range of products."

broad strokes (collocation)

The main points or features of something, without specific details. — "He explained the plan in broad strokes."

Synonyms of broad

Words with a similar meaning to broad:

• wide
• expansive
• extensive
• spacious

Antonyms of broad

Words with the opposite meaning to broad:

• narrow
• tight

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