broadly

/'brɔ:dli/

Definition

Adverb:
- In a wide or extensive manner: "broadly" describes an action done with a wide scope, range, or physical extent.
- In a general way, without focusing on specifics: "broadly" indicates a consideration of the main features or overall picture, ignoring minor details or exceptions.

Examples of Usage

Adverb:
- He smiled broadly when he heard the good news. (His smile was wide and extensive.)
- The rules are broadly defined, allowing for some flexibility in their application. (The rules are stated in a general, non-specific way.)
- Broadly speaking, the project was a success, despite some minor issues. (Considering the main points, the project succeeded.)

Advanced Usage

"broadly similar/comparable/consistent": Used to indicate a general similarity or agreement, acknowledging that they are not identical in every detail.
- The two proposals are broadly similar in their goals.
"broadly accepted/agreed": Indicates that an idea or fact is generally, though not universally, accepted.
- It is broadly accepted that climate change is a serious threat.
"to interpret/define something broadly": To understand or explain something in a wide, inclusive, or general sense.
- The court interpreted the constitutional right to privacy broadly.

Variants and Related Words

Broad (adjective): Having a wide physical extent; covering a large number or wide scope of subjects.
- a broad river; a broad range of topics
Broaden (verb): To become or make something broader or more extensive.
- Travel can help to broaden your horizons.

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Broadly speaking: A phrase used to introduce a general statement that may not be true in every specific case.
- Broadly speaking, mammals give birth to live young.

Adverb

in a wide fashion
- he smiled broadly
without regard to specific details or exceptions
- he interprets the law broadly

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