Expanded: meaning, definitions and examples

Use when talking about something that has grown in size or scope, often through addition or development.

• The company expanded its operations to new markets.
• The universe has been expanding since the Big Bang.

Use when talking about lengthening time or space, such as deadlines, contracts, or vacations.

• The teacher extended the deadline for the assignment.
• They extended their stay at the hotel by two days.

Use when referring to physical size getting bigger, often used in medical or technical terms.

• The doctor noticed the patient had an enlarged heart.
• The photograph was enlarged for the exhibition.

Use when referring to a rise in quantity, number, or degree.

• The company increased its workforce by 20%.
• The noise level increased as more people arrived.

Use 'grow' to talk about organisms increasing in size or numbers, or when something gradually increases or develops.

• Children grow quickly in their first few years.
• The startup hopes to grow its customer base.

Use 'develop' when referring to bringing something to a more advanced or effective state, often over a period of time.

• She wants to develop her skills in painting.
• The city plans to develop the waterfront area.

Use 'extend' when you mean to make something longer in terms of time or space, or to stretch it out.

• Can we extend the deadline for the project?
• The teacher extended the lesson by 10 minutes.