Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To make something broader or more extensive.
Widen
/ˈwaɪdn/Synonyms:
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Examples:
It widened the space between them.
"Ohhhhh," she says her eyes widening.
Jennifer's eyes widened.
Etymology:
The word widen originates from the Old English word wīdian, which meant to expand or extend, and is related to wide. This term dates back to before the 12th century.
Usage Statistics:
11 mentions per 1 million words 
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