Pronunciation: /brɔd/
noun a wide extent or range
A1 I like to wear a broad-brimmed hat to protect myself from the sun.
A2 The river flowed through a broad valley surrounded by mountains.
B1 She had a broad smile on her face when she won the competition.
B2 The artist used a broad brush to paint large strokes on the canvas.
C1 His knowledge of history is quite broad, covering many different time periods and regions.
C2 The company has a broad range of products to cater to various customer needs.
adjective having a large distance from side to side; wide
A1 She has a broad smile on her face.
A2 The river is very broad at this point.
B1 He has a broad knowledge of history.
B2 The company has a broad range of products available.
C1 The artist's work covers a broad spectrum of styles.
C2 Her understanding of the topic is incredibly broad and deep.
adverb widely; broadly
A1 She smiled broadly at the camera.
A2 The road was broad and easy to navigate.
B1 He spoke broadly about his plans for the future.
B2 The company's marketing strategy was broad and encompassing.
C1 The professor's knowledge of the subject was broad and deep.
C2 Her understanding of the issue was broad and nuanced.
formal The company has a broad range of products to choose from.
informal She has a broad knowledge of different cuisines.
slang That concert was so broad, everyone was dancing!
figurative His broad shoulders symbolize strength and power.
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