Synonyms of broaden

broaden

verb

as in to widen

to increase the width, breadth, or scope of

They decided to broaden the road by adding an additional lane.

You'll find if you broaden your horizons that there are many right paths to choose.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• widen
• expand
• enhance
• extend
• strengthen
• augment
• lengthen
• enlarge
• consolidate
• deepen
• elongate
• reinforce
• add (to)
• intensify
• amplify
• heighten
• sharpen
• stretch
• emphasize
• maximize
• swell
• redouble
• accentuate
• step up
• boost
• enforce
• supplement
• point (up)
• build up
• magnify
• beef (up)
• reenforce
• stress
• amp (up)
• restrengthen

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• narrow (down)
• reduce
• decrease
• diminish
• weaken
• tone (down)
• constrict
• lessen
• subdue
• let up (on)

Examples of broaden in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But then my intention was always to broaden the world in season two. —Julia Moore, Peoplemag, 13 Sep. 2024

Officials with San Bernardino County announced further evacuations for the Bridge Fire late on Thursday, broadening their order near The Baldy Village to including several additional neighborhoods from San Antonio Heights to Wrightwood and east to Cucamonga Peak. —Kevin Shalvey, ABC News, 13 Sep. 2024

Still, some Republicans expressed a creeping concern that his inability to broaden his support behind his loyal base could hurt his chances on Nov. 5. —Julia Prodis Sulek, The Mercury News, 11 Sep. 2024

However, the scope of risk has broadened to include not just financial risks but also operational, strategic and reputational risks. —Henri Steenkamp, Forbes, 6 Sep. 2024