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breadth Definition

breadth (bredt̸h)

noun

  1. the distance from side to side of a thing; width
  2. a piece of a given and regular width a breadth of satin
  3. lack of narrowness or of restriction true breadth of understanding
  4. Art an effect of unity and inclusiveness achieved as by subordinating details

Etymology: ME bræde < OE brædu < brad, broad; -th by analogy with length

breadth Synonyms

breadth

n.

  1. Width

    wideness, broadness, thickness, distance across; see diameter, width.

  2. Scope

    largeness, extent, vastness, compass, magnitude, inclusiveness, greatness, extensiveness, comprehensiveness, amplitude, latitude, liberality; see also extent, size 2.

    Antonyms smallness*, narrowness*, littleness.

breadth Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • expertise: No one tutor can have the breadth of subject expertise required.
  • coverage: The attempt at breadth of coverage usually does not bode well in works like these.
  • knowledge: His wide breadth of knowledge included a love of music - he played the clarinet.
  • vision: We look forward to welcoming her to our committee, and to the breadth of vision she will bring to us.
  • outlook: About this time, an entry appears in the Minute Book indicating an increasing breadth of outlook by the Fellowship.
  • curriculum: In the current year, 35 modules are offered ensuring breadth of the curriculum.

Converse of subject

impress: Also, I was always impressed by the breadth of his football knowledge. ' Mentor?

Converse of object

  • reflect: The UK remains a diverse global hub The diversity of projects reflected the breadth of the UK economy.
  • demonstrate: They will need to demonstrate a good breadth of marketing communications skills across all disciplines.
  • illustrate: The presentations given illustrated the breadth of research undertaken in the School.
  • encompass: Our research activities encompass the entire breadth of marine science.
  • appreciate: In fact, we are not yet even in the position where politicians have appreciated the real breadth of our energy options.
  • emphasize: The resulting synthesis emphasizes breadth of subject matter, multiple means of intellectual access, and opportunities for digressing from the narrative.

Adjective modifier

  • unrivaled: Examining the general principles of liability and focusing on the concept of duty, this authoritative text offers unrivaled breadth and depth of coverage.
  • sheer: What stood out most was the sheer breadth of them and the way all the issues are interlinked.
  • unparalleled: Through science and technology we aim to provide MOD with innovative concepts, solutions to problems and an unparalleled breadth of technical advice.
  • extraordinary: As Thevenot comments: " ... the ( very ) felicity of the concept comes from its extraordinary breadth.
  • astonishing: Connolly's writings have an astonishing breadth of reference.
  • sufficient: Is there sufficient breadth ( e.g. contrast of two or more perspective ) and depth ( e.g. insight into a single perspective )?

Noun used with modifier

finger: Effusions of the knee occupy the entire joint, the suprapatellar pouch extends 3 finger breadths above the patella.