Pronunciation

/brɔd/

Definitions

Noun

• Adjective: Having a wide extent or scope; extensive. For example: “The river was broad and calm.”
• Noun: The width of something, typically from side to side. For example: “The bridge had a broad span.”

Verb

• Verb: To make wide or broader. For example: “The farmer broadened the field with his plow.”
• Verb: (British) To understand or comprehend easily. For example: “She has a broad knowledge of history.”

Phrases

• “A broad smile” indicates a wide grin.
• “Broad shoulders” describes someone with strong, wide upper body.
• “A broad range” signifies a large variety or extent.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The road was so broad that several cars could drive abreast.”
• Verb: “The gardener worked to broaden the garden beds.”
• Adjective: “She had a broad perspective on life’s challenges.”

Synonyms

• Wide
• Extensive
• Broad-minded
• Broad-based
• Ample

Antonyms

• Narrow -狹隘
• Narrow-minded
• Restricted
• Limited