a breadth of — a wide range or variety of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a wide range or variety of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ə ˈbredθ ʌv/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother has a breadth of cooking skills that could put Gordon Ramsay to shame.
- The company's hiring manager was impressed by the breadth of her qualifications.
- Netflix offers a breadth of shows, from Korean dramas to nature documentaries about sneezing pandas.
a breadth of
NOUN[/ə ˈbredθ ʌv/]
a wide range or variety of something
a excited shopper walks through the market looking at countless different food options from around the world. She points enthusiastically at various stalls selling fruits, spices, breads, and exotic dishes. The overwhelming variety of choices makes her pause and smile with delight. Each vendor stall showcases completely different cuisines and ingredients from different cultures. Other shoppers browse nearby, each drawn to different types of food that catch their attention. The busy market atmosphere shows people enjoying the incredible selection available. a wide range and variety of different options all in one place
A breadth of knowledge brings wealth and health!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Breadth derives from Old English 'brad,' meaning 'wide' or 'broad,' combined with the nominal suffix '-th,' which converts adjectives into abstract nouns denoting a quality or state. The word emerged in Middle English as a systematic formation to express the concept of width or expanse as a measurable dimension.
Breakdown
brad (wide, broad) + -th (noun-forming suffix denoting a quality or state). The suffix '-th' functions to nominalize the adjective, creating an abstract noun expressing the quality of being broad.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother has a breadth of cooking skills that could put Gordon Ramsay to shame.”
“The company's hiring manager was impressed by the breadth of her qualifications.”
“Netflix offers a breadth of shows, from Korean dramas to nature documentaries about sneezing pandas.”
“The museum's collection shows a breadth of artistic styles from different periods.”
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