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Meaning of the word wide in English

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wide

US /waɪd/
UK /waɪd/
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Adjective

1.

of great or more than average width

Example:
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The river is very wide at this point.
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She wore a hat with a wide brim.
Antonym:
narrow
2.

extending over a large area in many directions

Example:
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The forest stretched for miles, wide and dense.
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He has a wide range of interests.
Synonym:
broad extensive spacious vast ample

Adverb

to the fullest extent; completely

Example:
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The door was open wide.
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He opened his eyes wide in surprise.
Synonym:
fully completely openly
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