Synonyms for

Expansion

Verb / ɪˈkspænʃʌn / / ɪˈkspæntʃʌn / Another word for expansion — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The action of becoming larger or more extensive.

Synonyms & similar words

expandingupon contraction enlargement elaboration growth increase extension enlargement spread stretching widening dilatation expansiveness amplification augmentation development explication exposition proliferation blooming blossoming flourishing escalation snowballing

Synonyms by register

Formal

enlargement extension amplification augmentation

Informal

growth spread boost stretch

Literary

unfurling bloating outpouring

Antonyms

contraction reduction shrinkage limitation compression decrease diminution

Common collocations

  • economic expansion
  • rapid expansion
  • space expansion
  • business expansion
  • territorial expansion
  • further expansion
  • significant expansion
  • market expansion

Word family

noun expansion
verb expand
adjective expansive
adverb expansively

Usage note

Expansion often refers to an increase in size, scope, or volume. It can be used in both physical and abstract contexts, such as economic expansion or the expansion of knowledge.

Example sentences

  1. The expansion of the city led to more traffic congestion.
  2. The company's expansion into new markets was successful.
  3. The expansion of the balloon made it float higher.
  4. The expansion of my knowledge on the subject helped me understand it better.
  5. The expansion of the school's curriculum included new classes in technology.

Quotes

  • The expansion of knowledge is the only weapon against ignorance and intolerance.
  • There is no limit to the expansion of each one of us.
  • The expansion of life is something that is never-ending and it is something that is always growing.

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