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

The company lists acquisition benefits including expanding chemical capabilities, strengthening purification solutions and broadening lower-carbon energy pathways. — Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026

Heritage pointed to an ever-broadening universe of collectors entering through everything from Pokémon cards and vintage video games to sports memorabilia and coins. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 17 July 2026

This came after the Obama administration broadened a program that linked people booked in local jails with federal immigration officials. — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 17 July 2026

Public finance economists rule of thumb is to broaden the base and raise the rates as little as possible. — Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026