Broad

/brɔːd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a broad person or thing.

The broad of the door made it easy to move furniture in and out.

adjective

having a width greater than average; wide.

The river was broad enough to accommodate large boats.

extensive in scope; covering a wide area or range.

She has a broad understanding of world history.

including many different types or aspects.

The conference attracted a broad audience from various industries.

not limited in expression; open to various interpretations.

He made a broad statement that could apply to many situations.

Middle English: from Old English 'brād', of Germanic origin.

broad daylight

In full view; clearly visible.

broad range

A wide variety of options or choices.

broad strokes

General or approximate rather than detailed.

broad-minded

Open to different ideas; tolerant of others' views.

width

The measurement or extent of something from side to side.

expansive

Covering a wide area in terms of extent.

amplitude

The extent or range of a quality or property.

A derogatory term for a woman.

He referred to her as a broad, which upset her.