widen

/wˈa‍ɪdən/

/ˈwaɪdən/

to widen

MAIN VERB

to become wider or broader in dimension, extent, or scope

antonyms : narrow

make wider

make (clothes) larger

synonyms : let out

antonyms : take in

extend in scope or range or area

synonyms : broaden

Examples

1. The experience has widened their horizon and fostered their knowledge in Learning Study.

2. An environment that widens my mind.

3. The widening wealth gap between the rich and the poor is a stark reminder that half the world knows not how the other half lives.

4. Both operations widened the rift between the Sikh minority and the rest of the country.