Comparative for large in area or width
“A sudden displacement of a broad area of the sea floor may result in a tsunami.”
Comparative for encompassing a large number or wide scope
“He possessed a broad knowledge of the subject from years of study and research.”
Comparative for stated in indefinite terms or without specifics
“The report provides a broad outline of the administration's budget priorities.”
Comparative for clear in meaning without uncertainty or ambiguity
“I would drop broad hints about wanting to meet up again, hoping she would get the message.”
Comparative for somewhat coarse and indecent
“The humor is broad and robust, yet delicately balanced with pathos.”
Comparative for open or liberal-minded
“I appreciate his sense of reverence and broad-minded tolerance for various beliefs.”
Comparative for as measured in width
“Belvidere Lake, southwest of Mullingar, is five miles long and two miles broad.”
(of a regional accent) Comparative for very noticeable and strong
“She thought him to be an exotic man until he spoke in a broad Yorkshire accent.”
(broad daylight) Comparative for bright and clear
“He was robbed in broad daylight!”
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