Wide

/wˈa‍ɪd/

/ˈwaɪd/

Ορισμός και Σημασία του "wide"

wide

ΕΠΊΘΕΤΟ

having a large length from side to side

broad

Example

The bridge was wide, allowing for multiple lanes of traffic.

The road was wide, accommodating both cars and pedestrians comfortably.

The river was over 30 feet wide at its widest point, making it a challenge to cross without a bridge.

significantly considerable in magnitude, amount, or intensity

appreciable

big

considerable

great

hefty

Example

The gap between the two competitors ’ scores was surprisingly wide.

The difference in their opinions was wide, leading to a heated debate.

The election results showed a wide margin of victory for the incumbent candidate.

encompassing a broad, varied range of people, items, situations, content, or subjects

all-embracing

all-encompassing

all-inclusive

blanket

broad

Example

Her interests are incredibly wide, spanning from astronomy to ancient history.

The library offers a wide selection of books, catering to readers of all ages and interests.

The city ’s wide cultural festival included performances, food stalls, and art exhibits representing numerous countries and traditions.

(of eyes) opened or stretched as much as possible, often due to surprise, fear, or amazement

staring

Example

With wide eyes, he watched the fireworks light up the night sky.

In the dimly lit room, his wide eyes betrayed his fear of the unknown noises.

The child 's eyes were wide with wonder as he watched the fireworks light up the night sky.

affecting or involving a large number of people or occurring across a vast area

large-scale

far-reaching

broad

extensive

Example

The new policy received wide acceptance across the country.

The artist ’s work gained wide recognition, attracting fans from all over the world.

The new policy received wide support from the community, indicating its popularity.

addressing the larger, more general aspects of a situation or issue

broad

overall

Example

The report examined the wider implications of the new policy on the community.

The debate focused on the wider consequences of the economic downturn.

The article explored the wider context of the historical event, including its global repercussions.

missing the intended aim or goal by a significant margin

Example

The tennis player 's serve was wide, missing the service box by a few inches.

His throw was wide, landing far from the intended receiver.

The pitcher ’s throw was wide, allowing the runner to steal a base.

positioned at or near the sidelines of the field, specifically in soccer

outside

Example

He delivered a perfect cross from his wide position on the right.

She excelled in her wide role, providing numerous assists from the left flank.

He played in a wide left position, creating opportunities for crosses into the box.

(of a pronunciation) articulated with the muscles in a relatively relaxed state

lax

Example

In phonetics, a wide articulation is contrasted with tense vowels to distinguish different sounds.

The pronunciation guide indicated that the vowel should be pronounced in a wide manner, with relaxed tongue and lip muscles.

Linguists often study wide vowels to understand how relaxed muscle articulation affects pronunciation.

(of an animal's diet, feed, etc.) having a higher proportion of carbohydrates relative to protein

Example

The nutritionist recommended a wide ration for the horses during their off-season.

The farmer fed the livestock a wide diet to ensure they had enough energy for the cold winter months.

The cattle thrived on the wide diet, showing significant weight gain in a short period.

(of a piece of clothing) made with a generous amount of fabric, allowing for a loose or flowing fit

full

wide-cut

Example

The wide sleeves of his robe added an elegant touch to his traditional attire.

The vintage dress featured wide lace sleeves that added a touch of romance to the garment.

She wore a wide skirt that billowed gracefully with each step she took.

keenly perceptive, alert, and cautious

alert

astute

canny

cautious

observant

Informal

Example

His wide nature helped him navigate the tricky negotiations successfully.

She was wide to the salesperson 's tactics, refusing to be easily persuaded.

The old trader was known to be wide, never falling for any scam or trick.

wide

ΕΠΊΡΡΗΜΑ

used to indicate a significant distance or range, often between points or objects

Example

The eagle spread its wings wide, casting a large shadow on the ground below.

The field of flowers extended wide, creating a colorful landscape.

The highway stretched wide through the vast desert, disappearing into the horizon.

to the greatest extent

absolutely

completely

entirely

fully

perfectly

Example

The smile on her face spread wide as she witnessed the breathtaking view from the mountaintop.

He smiled wide upon receiving the unexpected gift.

to a significant distance from the intended target or goal

astray

Example

The kick went wide, sailing past the goalposts without scoring.

The basketball player ’s free throw went wide, missing the hoop entirely.

The golfer ’s drive went wide, ending up in the rough instead of on the fairway.

in or to a position near the sidelines or edges of the field, especially in football and soccer

Example

He moved wide to create more space in the center for his teammates.

She dribbled wide along the right flank, looking for an opportunity to cross the ball.

The winger played wide on the left, ready to receive a cross from the midfield.

-wide

ΕΠΊΘΗΜΑ

used to convey that something happens or exists throughout the entirety of a specific area, group, etc.

Wide

ΟΥΣΙΑΣΤΙΚΌ

(in cricket) a ball delivered by the bowler that is too far from the batsman to hit, usually penalized with an extra run to the batting side

What is a "wide"?

A wide in cricket is a delivery that is out of the batter's reach, either too far outside the batter's side of the stumps or too far down the leg side. If the ball is delivered in such a way that the batter cannot reasonably play a shot at it, the umpire will call it a wide. A wide delivery does not count as one of the six balls in an over, and the batting team is awarded one extra run. A wide is often seen as a mistake by the bowler, as it can allow the batting team to score easily.

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