Synonyms for

Widened

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

Definition

to make or become wider

Synonyms & similar words

takein extend widen broaden letout narrow broaden expand enlarge extend grow inflate stretch spread dilate amplify augment develop increase multiply swell thicken intensify bloom

Synonyms by register

Formal

expanded broadened enlarged extended

Informal

opened up stretched out got bigger

Literary

amplified dilated unfurled

Antonyms

narrowed shrunk contracted reduced tightened lessened

Common collocations

  • widened the gap
  • widened its scope
  • widened the road
  • widened eyes
  • widened the search
  • widened the smile
  • widened the aperture

Word family

noun widening
verb widen
adjective wide
adverb widely

Usage note

Often used to describe physical spaces, abstract concepts like scope or differences, or facial expressions like eyes or smiles. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The river widened as it flowed towards the sea.
  2. The carpenter widened the door to fit the new furniture.
  3. The smile on her face widened as she saw her friends approaching.
  4. The news of the promotion widened his eyes in surprise.
  5. The teacher widened the student's understanding of the topic with an engaging lesson.

Quotes

  • The horizon widened before her, and she felt like she could see forever. - Sarah Dessen
  • The mind is like a parachute. It doesn't work if it isn't open. - Frank Zappa
  • Life is a book and there are a thousand pages I have not yet read. - Cassandra Clare

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