Definition of widen

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  • widen is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • widen is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • widen is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 10

Definition of widen

  • extend in scope or range or area (verb)

    Examples

    1. widen the range of applications

    Synonyms

    1. broaden
    2. extend
  • make (clothes) larger (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. let out
  • become broader or wider or more extensive (verb)

    Examples

    1. The road widened
  • make wider (verb)

    Examples

    1. widen the road

See definition of widen in Merriam Webster