broadly

/'brɔ:dli/
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broadly

He smiled broadly at the good news.

Definition
  1. 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.
Synonyms
  • Generally: In most cases; without regard to particulars.
  • Widely: Over a wide area or range; by many people.
  • Extensively: To a large or detailed degree.
  • Loosely: In a way that is not strictly defined or exact.
Antonyms
  • Narrowly: In a limited or restricted way; closely and precisely.
  • Specifically: In a precise and exact manner; with attention to particulars.
Related Phrases
  • 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.
broadly

He smiled broadly at the good news.

Adverb
  1. in a wide fashion
    • he smiled broadly
  2. without regard to specific details or exceptions
    • he interprets the law broadly

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