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UK/["/ˌneɪʃnˈwaɪd/"]/US/["/ˌneɪʃnˈwaɪd/"]/

Meaning of Nationwide

happening or existing in all parts of a particular country

In simple words: Across the whole country.

Nationwide in a sentence

  • a nationwide campaign
  • The police conducted a nationwide hunt for the missing prisoners.
  • The company has over 500 stores nationwide.
  • The band start a nationwide tour next month.
  • The campaign is on the way to becoming nationwide.
  • The study uses data from a nationwide survey of 5 000 people.
  • We have a nationwide network of local offices.

How to use Nationwide

Use 'nationwide' when referring to something that happens in all parts of a country. Avoid using it in very local or specific contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a nation-wide blanket covering the entire country.

Related words

Collocations with Nationwide

  • nationwide campaign
  • nationwide survey
  • nationwide availability

Synonyms for Nationwide

Opposites of Nationwide

Common mistakes with Nationwide

  • Using 'nationwide' to describe something only in a city or state.
  • Confusing 'nationwide' with 'worldwide', which means all around the world.

Compare Nationwide with Universal, Total

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Frequently asked questions about Nationwide

What does Nationwide mean?

Across the whole country.

What is the definition of Nationwide?

happening or existing in all parts of a particular country

How do you use Nationwide in a sentence?

a nationwide campaign

Can you give another example of Nationwide?

The police conducted a nationwide hunt for the missing prisoners.

What are synonyms for Nationwide?

Common alternatives include countrywide, universal, total.

What is the opposite of Nationwide?

Opposite meanings include local, regional.

What words go with Nationwide?

It commonly pairs with nationwide campaign, nationwide survey, nationwide availability.

What are common mistakes when using Nationwide?

Using 'nationwide' to describe something only in a city or state. Confusing 'nationwide' with 'worldwide', which means all around the world.

How do you pronounce Nationwide?

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

When should I use Nationwide?

Use 'nationwide' when referring to something that happens in all parts of a country. Avoid using it in very local or specific contexts.

What CEFR level is Nationwide?

"Nationwide" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.