Meaning & Definition of Expand in English
English⟶
Expand
/ɪkspænd/
verb
1. Extend in one or more directions
- "The dough expands"
synonym:
- expand,
- spread out
2. Become larger in size or volume or quantity
- "His business expanded rapidly"
synonym:
- expand
3. Make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity
- "Expand the house by adding another wing"
synonym:
- expand
4. Grow vigorously
- "The deer population in this town is thriving"
- "Business is booming"
synonym:
- boom,
- thrive,
- flourish,
- expand
5. Exaggerate or make bigger
- "The charges were inflated"
synonym:
- inflate,
- blow up,
- expand,
- amplify
6. Add details, as to an account or idea
- Clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
- "She elaborated on the main ideas in her dissertation"
synonym:
- elaborate,
- lucubrate,
- expatiate,
- exposit,
- enlarge,
- flesh out,
- expand,
- expound,
- dilate
7. Expand the influence of
- "The king extended his rule to the eastern part of the continent"
synonym:
- extend,
- expand
Examples of using
Good films expand one's horizons.
Many astronomers assume that the universe continues to expand forever.
I hope that your future activities will expand our relationship with your firm.