broaden
1 of 1verb/ˈbrɔdən/
Forms:broadens,broadening,broadened,broadened
1
to expand or enlarge the size or dimensions of something
transitive- The city council plans to broaden the sidewalks downtown to accommodate more pedestrians.
- To improve accessibility, the school board decided to broaden the entrances to the school building.
- To enhance safety, the highway department will broaden the shoulders of the road to provide a buffer zone for vehicles.
- The museum curator plans to broaden the exhibition space to showcase more artifacts and artworks.
- The government decided to broaden access to healthcare services.
2
to become wider or to increase in breadth
- As the river flowed downstream, it began to broaden, forming a wide expanse of water.
- The horizon seemed to broaden as they climbed to the mountain peak, offering breathtaking panoramic views.
- The smile on her face broadened as she watched her children play together in the backyard.
- The beam of light from the flashlight broadened as it passed through the fog, illuminating a larger area.
3
to become larger in scope or range
- As she explored different genres of music, her tastes began to broaden.
- The conversation started to broaden when new topics were introduced.
- Over the years, his perspective on life has continued to broaden.
- As the company grows, its influence within the industry is expected to broaden.
- The discussion broadened to include economic issues.