Meaning & use

Broadened

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Made wider in scope, range, or extent.

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Traveling abroad broadened her understanding of other cultures.

The company broadened its product line to include eco-friendly options.

A note on using this word

It is commonly used figuratively, as in 'broadened horizons,' to describe an increase in knowledge, experience, or perspective.

Words with a similar meaning

expandedwidenedextended

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Words with an opposite meaning

narrowedrestricted

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