Broad

Broad describes something having a great extent from side to side; wide. It can also refer to a wide range or scope of things, ideas, or subjects. Figuratively, it might indicate tolerance or inclusiveness. In a more informal or historical context, it can even describe a woman (often considered outdated and sometimes offensive), and in that use is a derogatory or sexist. The term also implies something large and easily visible.

Broad meaning with examples

The river was very Broad, making it a challenge for the small boat to navigate the currents. The expansive width created a beautiful horizon.
Her interests were Broad, encompassing everything from classical literature to modern science and technology, which meant she was always learning.
The organization aimed to have a Broad appeal, attracting people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives into a community of volunteers.
The politician advocated for a Broad interpretation of the law, allowing for more flexibility in applying its principles and adjusting to specific cases.
He made a Broad gesture with his arms, encompassing the whole park to emphasize its immense and open space, drawing the attention of his audience.

Broad Synonyms

comprehensive extensive general inclusive large liberal spacious vast wide

Broad Antonyms

conservative focused limited narrow partial precise restricted small specific

Broad Crossword Answers

4 Letters

DAME WIDE EPIC VAST FULL

5 Letters

BOARD

7 Letters

LIBERAL BLANKET GENERAL

8 Letters

TOLERANT PANOPTIC SPACIOUS UNSUBTLE SWEEPING

9 Letters

PANORAMIC EXTENSIVE EXPANSIVE

10 Letters

UNSPECIFIC

11 Letters

NONSPECIFIC LARGEMINDED

12 Letters

ALLEMBRACING ALLINCLUSIVE ENCOMPASSING

14 Letters

ACROSSTHEBOARD

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NARROWSOPPOSITE ALLENCOMPASSING