broaden meaning and definition

BROADEN verb

Definition of broaden (verb)

1. make broader
   • "broaden the road"
2. extend in scope or range or area
   • "The law was extended to all citizens"; "widen the range of applications"; "broaden your horizon"; "Extend your backyard"
   • synonyms: extend, widen
3. vary in order to spread risk or to expand
   • "The company diversified"
   • synonyms: branch out, diversify
   • antonym: narrow
4. become broader
   • "The road broadened"