Definitions
- Describing the act of making something broader or more extensive. - Referring to the process of expanding or increasing the size of an object or space. - Talking about the action of making a gap or distance between two things larger.
- Describing the act of making something bigger or more significant. - Referring to the process of expanding or increasing the size of an image or picture. - Talking about the action of making a space or area more extensive.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to making something bigger or more extensive.
- 2Both words involve an increase in size or scope.
- 3Both words can be used to describe physical objects or abstract concepts.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Widen is typically used to describe the expansion of a gap, distance, or width, while enlarge is used to describe the increase in size or significance of an object or image.
- 2Focus: Widen emphasizes the broadening of something, while enlarge emphasizes the increase in size.
- 3Context: Widen is often used in relation to roads, paths, and gaps, while enlarge is used in relation to images, pictures, and spaces.
- 4Connotation: Widen can have a neutral or positive connotation, while enlarge can sometimes imply a need for improvement or enhancement.
Remember this!
Widen and enlarge are synonyms that both refer to increasing the size or scope of something. However, widen is typically used to describe the expansion of a gap, distance, or width, while enlarge is used to describe the increase in size or significance of an object or image.
