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widen

[ˈwaɪd(ə)n]

widen Definition

  • 1make or become wider; broaden
  • 2increase in size or scale

Using widen: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "widen" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The road needs to be widened to accommodate more traffic.

  • Example

    The river widens as it flows towards the sea.

  • Example

    The gap between the rich and poor is widening.

  • Example

    The company plans to widen its product range.

widen Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for widen

Phrases with widen

  • fully open or exposed

    Example

    The door was wide open, letting in a cold breeze.

  • fully awake and alert

    Example

    I was wide awake at 5 am, unable to go back to sleep.

  • inaccurate or incorrect

    Example

    His guess was wide of the mark, as the actual number was much higher.

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Summary: widen in Brief

'Widen' [ˈwaɪd(ə)n] means to make or become wider, such as broadening a road or increasing the size or scale of something. It can also refer to an increase in size or scale, as in 'The gap between the rich and poor is widening.' Phrases like 'wide open' and 'wide awake' denote full exposure and alertness, while 'wide of the mark' refers to inaccuracy.

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