Synonyms for

Broadband

Verb / ˈbrɔ:ˌdbænd / Another word for broadband — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Broadband refers to a high-speed internet connection that allows you to access the internet at faster speeds than dial-up connections.

Synonyms & similar words

wideband

Synonyms by register

Formal

high-speed internet wideband high-capacity

Informal

fast internet high-speed connection internet

Antonyms

narrowband limited slow restricted low-speed

Common collocations

  • broadband internet
  • broadband connection
  • broadband speed
  • broadband service
  • broadband network
  • broadband access
  • broadband provider

Word family

noun broadband
adjective broadband

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective to describe internet service or technology. It refers to high-speed data transmission.

Example sentences

  1. I have broadband internet at home and I can watch videos without any buffering.
  2. I need broadband for my work as I have to download large files.
  3. Broadband is faster than dial-up internet.
  4. I am thinking of upgrading to a faster broadband plan.
  5. With broadband, you can access the internet on multiple devices at the same time.

Quotes

  • 'Broadband is infrastructure.' - Michael Copps
  • 'Broadband is the electricity of the 21st century.' - Susan Crawford
  • 'Broadband is not a luxury, it's a necessity.' - President Obama

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