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broaden

verb

become broader

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Word Facts

Word length
7
Starts with
B
Ends with
N
Contains
RO
Scrabble score
10
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈbɹɔːdən

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Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. become broader

    “The road broadened”

verb

  1. make broader

    “broaden the road”

verb

  1. vary in order to spread risk or to expand

    “The company diversified”

verb

  1. extend in scope or range or area

    “The law was extended to all citizens”

In context

Example Sentences

The road broadened
broaden the road
The company diversified
The law was extended to all citizens
widen the range of applications
broaden your horizon
Extend your backyard

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