What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
wider
Example
The river gets wider as it flows towards the sea. [wider: comparative adjective]
Example
We need to take a wider approach to this problem. [wider: adjective]
larger
Example
The elephant is larger than the dog. [larger: comparative adjective]
Example
We need a larger budget to complete this project. [larger: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Larger is more commonly used than wider in everyday language. Larger is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while wider is less common and refers to a specific type of extension.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between wider and larger?
Both wider and larger can be used in formal and informal contexts, but larger is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
