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BROAD

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Broad.

How to pronounce broad:

Def 1 US

Broad - as an adjective

Having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

Example: "Wide roads"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wide

Broad - as a noun

Slang term for a woman

Example: "A broad is a woman who can throw a mean punch"

Broad - as an adjective satellite

Broad in scope or content

Example: "Across-the-board pay increases"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
across-the-boardall-embracingall-encompassingall-inclusiveblanketencompassingextensivepanopticwide

Not detailed or specific

Example: "A broad rule"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
unspecific

Lacking subtlety; obvious

Example: "Gave us a broad hint that it was time to leave"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
unsubtle

Being at a peak or culminating point

Example: "Broad daylight"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
full

Very large in expanse or scope

Example: "A broad lawn"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
spaciouswide

(of speech) heavily and noticeably regional

Example: "A broad southern accent"

Showing or characterized by broad-mindedness

Example: "A broad political stance"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
large-mindedliberaltolerant

Example Sentences

"She has a broad smile on her face."
"The painting features broad brushstrokes."
"He has a broad range of skills."
"The company offers a broad selection of products."
"She has broad hips."
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Word Game Points

Is BROAD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, broad is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BROAD has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is BROAD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, broad is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BROAD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is BROAD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, broad is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BROAD has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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