Synonyms for
Expands
Definition
To become or make something larger in size, volume, quantity, or scope.
Synonyms & similar words
flourish
expatiate
spreadout
lucubrate
thrive
contract
amplify
fleshout
expand
elaborate
exposit
inflate
blowup
dilate
extend
enlarge
expound
boom
grow
increase
widen
stretch
swell
inflate
enlarge
extend
spread
broaden
develop
multiply
amplify
augment
dilate
escalate
heighten
intensify
proliferate
rise
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- expands rapidly
- expands significantly
- expands its reach
- expands its operations
- expands the market
- expands its influence
- expands to include
Word family
Usage note
The word 'expands' generally refers to an increase in size, scope, or volume. Be mindful of context; for instance, a business 'expands' its market, while a balloon 'expands' with air.
Example sentences
- The dough expands as it bakes in the oven.
- The universe is expanding at an increasing rate.
- She expands her vocabulary by reading books.
- The company plans to expand their business overseas.
- The city expands its bike lane network every year.
Quotes
The mind, once expanded to the dimensions of larger ideas, never returns to its original size. - Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.
“The universe is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper.” - Eden Phillpotts
“Our task must be to free ourselves... by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature and its beauty.” - Albert Einstein