narrow

/nˈæɹə‍ʊ/

/ˈnæɹoʊ/, /ˈnɛɹoʊ/

[adjective] [verb] [noun]

narrow

[ADJECTIVE]

having a small width in comparison with the length

antonyms : wide

lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view

synonyms : narrow-minded

antonyms : broad-minded

limited in size or scope

very limited in degree

antonyms : wide

characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination

synonyms : minute

recently achieved or barely avoided

to narrow

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

make or become more narrow or restricted

synonyms : contract

antonyms : widen

become tight or as if tight

synonyms : constrict

constringe

become more focused on an area of activity or field of study

synonyms : narrow down

specialise

specialize

antonyms : diversify

define clearly

synonyms : nail down

Narrow

a narrow strait connecting two bodies of water

Examples

1. The boat captain guided us through the narrow canals of the city.

2. The single bed in the cabin was narrow but surprisingly comfortable.

3. Narrow their eyes.

4. Again, uniorkiller narrows the gap.

Nearby words

nark

narcist

narcissus pseudonarcissus