BROADEN Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

broaden

verb

Definition of broaden

as in to widen

to increase the width, breadth, or scope of They decided to broaden the road by adding an additional lane. You'll find if you broaden your horizons that there are many right paths to choose.

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Recent Examples of broaden Over time, the reasons for keeping the security regime in place has broadened from the need to forestall political violence into a generalized desire for tranquility. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 19 Aug. 2026 Still further downstream the channel broadens out, and the slackening current has deposited débris and deadheads galore. — Harry H. Edel, Outdoor Life, 19 Aug. 2026 Instead of restoring order, the government’s show of force broadened public support for the movement, drawing in residents who had previously remained on the sidelines. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Aug. 2026 The 2026 La Habra Corn Festival will blend popular, long-standing traditions with several new additions designed to broaden community appeal and boost attendance. — Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for broaden

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As with the equity markets, the gap between the hyperscalers and the rest of corporate America is widening.

— Diane Brady, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026
The additional ballots widened the slim lead Wahab held on election night.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026

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Earlier this month, Spotify announced plans to expand its own AI labeling, focusing on telling users when an artist is artificial rather than specific songs.

— James Peckham, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026
Longtime American soccer reporter Pablo Maurer’s story outlines a potential 20-team competition that expands the postseason field by two while also adding incentives for teams to finish higher in the table.

— Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

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