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widest

 

[ ˈwaɪdɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical extent

The term 'widest' refers to having the greatest width or extent in a horizontal dimension. It can describe physical objects, spaces, or areas that are broader compared to others. In various contexts, it can also refer to the idea of being expansive or inclusive.

Synonyms

broadest, largest, most expansive

Examples of usage

  • The widest river in the world is the Amazon.
  • She wore the widest smile on her face.
  • This is the widest road in the city.
  • The widest range of products is available here.

Translations

Translations of the word "widest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais amplo

🇮🇳 सबसे चौड़ा

🇩🇪 am weitesten

🇮🇩 paling luas

🇺🇦 найширший

🇵🇱 najszerszy

🇯🇵 最も広い

🇫🇷 le plus large

🇪🇸 el más ancho

🇹🇷 en geniş

🇰🇷 가장 넓은

🇸🇦 الأوسع

🇨🇿 nejširší

🇸🇰 najširší

🇨🇳 最宽的

🇸🇮 najširši

🇮🇸 breiðast

🇰🇿 ең кең

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ფართო

🇦🇿 ən geniş

🇲🇽 el más ancho

Etymology

The word 'wide' originates from the Old English 'wīd', which means 'wide, broad, or spacious'. It has Germanic roots, related to words in Old High German ('witi') and Old Norse ('vitha'), both conveying similar meanings of breadth and expanse. Over time, the adjective evolved into various forms across languages, with 'widest' being a comparative form used to denote extremes of width. In addition to its physical connotations, 'wide' has also been metaphorically applied in contexts such as 'wide-ranging' discussions or 'widely accepted' ideas, illustrating its versatility in the English language.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,690, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.