widen — To become or make something broader, larger, or more extensive in scope or size.
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: To become or make something broader, larger, or more extensive in scope or size.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwaɪdən/
Korean meaning: 넓어지다, 넓히다, 확대하다
Korean pronunciation: 와이-든 (강세: 와이)
Example Sentences
- My pants seem to widen every time I visit my grandmother's house.
- The government plans to widen the highway to reduce traffic jams.
- Her smile widened when she saw the surprise party.
widen
VERB//ˈwaɪdən//
To become or make something broader, larger, or more extensive in scope or size.
To become or make something broader, larger, or more extensive in scope or size.
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Origin
From Old English 'wīd' meaning 'broad' or 'extensive', combined with the verb-forming suffix '-en'. This follows the common English pattern of turning adjectives into verbs.
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“My pants seem to widen every time I visit my grandmother's house.”
“The government plans to widen the highway to reduce traffic jams.”
“Her smile widened when she saw the surprise party.”
“The plot hole in the movie widened with each sequel.”
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