Widen (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Become broader or wider or more extensive; "The road widened".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Antonyms

• Narrow

Hyponyms

• Distend
• Flare

Related Words

• Widening (noun)

Meaning ²

Extend in scope or range or area; "The law was extended to all citizens"; "widen the range of applications"; "broaden your horizon"; "Extend your backyard".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Synonyms

• Broaden
• Extend

Hyponyms

• Globalise
• Territorialise

Meaning ³

Make wider; "widen the road".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Hypernyms

• Alter
• Modify

Related Words

• Widening (noun)

Meaning ⁴

Make (clothes) larger; "Let out that dress--I gained a lot of weight".

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Synonyms

• Let Out

Hypernyms

• Change
• Vary