expansive (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈspænsɪv/

Definition

Covering a large area, or having a wide scope; also, characterized by openness, candor, and a readiness to talk.

Examples

• The new library features an expansive reading room with floor-to-ceiling windows.

• His expansive personality made him popular at parties, as he always had a story to tell.

• The company has an expansive vision for its future, aiming to enter several new markets.

Synonyms of expansive

Words with a similar meaning to expansive:

• broad
• extensive
• spacious
• voluminous
• garrulous

Antonyms of expansive

Words with the opposite meaning to expansive:

• limited
• confined
• reserved

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