broadly — In a general way without considering specific details; widely or extensively in scope or application.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a general way without considering specific details; widely or extensively in scope or application.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbrɔːdli/
Korean meaning: 대체로, 광범위하게, 폭넓게
Korean pronunciation: 브로-들리 (강세: 브로)
Example Sentences
- Broadly speaking, my diet consists of pizza, coffee, and regret.
- The new education policy was broadly welcomed by teachers and parents.
- Her research is broadly focused on climate change impacts.
broadly
ADVERB//ˈbrɔːdli//
In a general way without considering specific details; widely or extensively in scope or application.
In a general way without considering specific details; widely or extensively in scope or application.
She speaks broadly and boldly, while he stares coldly!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'brad' meaning 'wide' or 'broad', combined with the adverb suffix '-ly'. The word evolved from describing physical width to encompassing general extensiveness or comprehensiveness.
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“Broadly speaking, my diet consists of pizza, coffee, and regret.”
“The new education policy was broadly welcomed by teachers and parents.”
“Her research is broadly focused on climate change impacts.”
“The movie was broadly criticized for its unrealistic plot about cats taking over the world.”
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