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broaden

[brawd-n] / ˈbrɔd n /
VERB
extend, supplement
Synonyms
STRONGEST
augment develop enlarge expand increase open up widen
STRONG
fatten grow ream spread stretch swell
WEAK
breadthen
Antonyms
STRONGEST
abridge compress decrease diminish lessen lower narrow shrink
STRONG
concentrate
WEAK
restrict

Example Sentences

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"We now know that we need to broaden our view when looking for early sponges."

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

Craik added there would also be a day event for schools on Friday "to enrich the kids' preparation for A-levels, but also to broaden their knowledge and understanding more generally of humanities subjects".

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Being bilingual can make you more tolerant and compassionate and broaden your perspective.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Reitzes: We take an Nvidia-centric view of coverage, and broaden it out.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

“I hope you’ll be able to see it someday. I truly believe there’s nothing like travel to broaden a young person’s perspective.”

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng