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UK/["/ˈwaɪdli/"]/US/["/ˈwaɪdli/"]/

Meaning of Widely

by a lot of people; in or to many places

In simple words: A word that means many people or places.

Widely in a sentence

  • The concept of democracy is widely accepted around the world.
  • She is widely regarded as the best athlete in her field.
  • Widely different cultures can lead to fascinating interactions.
  • The new app is widely used by students to manage their time effectively.
  • Despite the criticism, the idea was widely supported by the audience.

How to use Widely

Use 'widely' to describe something that is common or popular in many areas. It is not typically used in very formal writing or speech.

Grammar pattern

widely + verb

Memory hint

Sounds like 'wide-lee' — imagine a wide field where many things grow.

Related words

Collocations with Widely

  • widely accepted
  • widely regarded
  • widely available
  • widely used
  • widely known

Synonyms for Widely

Opposites of Widely

  • narrowly
  • limitedly

Common mistakes with Widely

  • Confused with 'widely-known' as if it means the same thing.
  • Using 'widely' when talking about one specific place or person.
  • Misplacing 'widely' in a sentence, making it unclear.

Compare Widely with Broadly, Extensively, Commonly, Generally

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Frequently asked questions about Widely

What does Widely mean?

A word that means many people or places.

What is the definition of Widely?

by a lot of people; in or to many places

How do you use Widely in a sentence?

The concept of democracy is widely accepted around the world.

Can you give another example of Widely?

She is widely regarded as the best athlete in her field.

What are synonyms for Widely?

Common alternatives include broadly, extensively, commonly, generally, universally.

What is the opposite of Widely?

Opposite meanings include narrowly, limitedly.

What words go with Widely?

It commonly pairs with widely accepted, widely regarded, widely available, widely used, widely known.

What are common mistakes when using Widely?

Confused with 'widely-known' as if it means the same thing. Using 'widely' when talking about one specific place or person. Misplacing 'widely' in a sentence, making it unclear.

How do you pronounce Widely?

US: /["/ˈwaɪdli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈwaɪdli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Widely?

Use 'widely' to describe something that is common or popular in many areas. It is not typically used in very formal writing or speech.

What CEFR level is Widely?

"Widely" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.