Synonyms for

Narrower

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

Definition

Narrower means less wide or having a smaller width.

Synonyms & similar words

broadminded wide narrow minute narrowminded thinner slimmer tighter closer cramped restrained condensed compressed scant scarce skimpy spare sparse bare cramped meager pinched snug

Synonyms by register

Formal

restricted limited constricted

Informal

tighter skinnier

Literary

slenderer attenuated

Antonyms

wider broader larger roomier spacious expansive

Common collocations

  • narrower scope
  • narrower definition
  • narrower gap
  • narrower passage
  • narrower focus
  • narrower sense
  • narrower view

Word family

adjective narrow
adverb narrowly

Usage note

Narrower is the comparative form of the adjective 'narrow'. It is used to describe something that has less width or extent than something else.

Example sentences

  1. The road is getting narrower as we drive further into the mountains.
  2. My shoes are narrower than yours.
  3. The hallway in the old house was narrower than the one in my new house.
  4. I need a narrower brush to paint these details.
  5. The dress needs to be narrowed at the waist.

Quotes

  • The path of least resistance is the path of the loser. The more difficult path is the path of the winner. It is always easier to take the narrower path, but it is harder to come out on top.
  • The road to success is narrow and steep, but it is always open.
  • The narrower the path, the better the view.

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