broaden
/ˈbrɔːdən/
CEFR level B2Topic EducationWord #4569 in the learning path
拓宽；扩大
Definitions
v. Increase the range of knowledge, experience, or available choices.
拓宽；扩大
v. Become wider, or make something wider.
变宽；使变宽
Example
Trying new recipes has broadened my knowledge of different cuisines.
尝试新食谱拓宽了我对不同菜系的认识。
Schools should broaden access to arts education so that students from all backgrounds can develop their creative abilities.
学校应扩大艺术教育的覆盖范围，让各种背景的学生都能培养创造力。
Collocations
- broaden your horizons
- broaden your knowledge
- broaden access to
- broaden the scope
Word family
- broad (adj.)
- broadly (adv.)
- breadth (n.)
Synonyms
- widen
- expand
Antonyms
- narrow
- restrict
Usage tip
常用于抽象范围；broaden your horizons指开阔眼界。
FAQ
- What does broaden mean?
- Increase the range of knowledge, experience, or available choices. Become wider, or make something wider.
- How is broaden pronounced?
- UK /ˈbrɔːdən/, US /ˈbrɔːdən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
