Widespread
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌwaɪdˈspɹɛd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Widespread is an adjective meaning Affecting, or found throughout, a large area (e.g. the entire land or body); broad in extent; widely diffused.
Meaning
Affecting, or found throughout, a large area (e.g. the entire land or body); broad in extent; widely diffused.
More Meanings
- (uncommon) Spread far apart.
Example Sentences
widespread belief
widespread criticism
widespread acceptance
The storm caused widespread damage.
Word Forms
- widerspread
- widestspread
- wide-spread
Synonyms for widespread
Depending on context, synonyms include extensive, pervasive, prevalent, ubiquitous, universal, common.
Antonyms for widespread
Common opposites include limited, contained, endemic, focused, rare, uncommon.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include general, far-flung, distributed, wide-ranging, comprehensive, across-the-board.
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