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Word

broadest

Phoneticsbroad·est

US/ˈbɹɔdɪst/

UK/bɹˈɔːdəst/

Definition

adj. the most wide, large, or general in scope. You use this to describe the thing that covers the most ground or includes the most people.

adj. the superlative form of 'broad', indicating the maximum extent of width, scope, or generality. Often used to describe the most inclusive category or the widest physical dimension.

Examples

“The broadest part of the river is here.”

“The broadest definition of the word includes both physical objects and abstract ideas.”

“The broadest interpretation of the treaty allows for significant flexibility in how member states manage their internal affairs while maintaining a unified external policy.”

Examples

simple

“The broadest part of the river is here.”

contextual

“The broadest definition of the word includes both physical objects and abstract ideas.”

complex

“The broadest interpretation of the treaty allows for significant flexibility in how member states manage their internal affairs while maintaining a unified external policy.”

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