Synonyms of broaden

broaden

verb

as in to widen

to increase the width, breadth, or scope of

They decided to broaden the road by adding an additional lane.

You'll find if you broaden your horizons that there are many right paths to choose.

Related Words

• widen
• expand
• enhance
• extend
• strengthen
• augment
• lengthen
• enlarge
• consolidate
• deepen
• elongate
• reinforce
• add (to)
• intensify
• amplify
• heighten
• sharpen
• stretch
• emphasize
• maximize
• swell
• redouble
• accentuate
• step up
• enforce
• boost
• supplement
• point (up)
• build up
• magnify
• beef (up)
• stress
• amp (up)
• restrengthen

Dissimilar Words

• narrow (down)
• reduce
• decrease
• diminish
• weaken
• tone (down)
• constrict
• lessen
• subdue
• let up (on)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of broaden

An unsigned article published on the White House’s website that August broadened the attack by calling out a number of different museums for their supposedly offensive messaging and exhibitions. — News Desk, Artforum, 30 July 2026

Just last week, an independent advisory committee to the agency recommended — over the objections of agency staff — to broaden access to six peptides. — Daniel Gilbert, CBS News, 30 July 2026

The stock is up more than 1,300% over the past five years, and 21% year-to-date, amid the company's broadening growth profile under Erginbilgic's turnaround strategy. — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 30 July 2026

Eventually, Smith broadened her critique to women in general. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 29 July 2026