widely
UK/'waidli/US
NGSL 2kA2
Definitions
adv.
Over a large area or range; by many people; to a great extent
广泛地，普遍地
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedwide + -ly (adverb suffix) = over a broad range. Often means 'by many people' (widely known, widely used) rather than physical breadth.
Root wide still carries 8 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.widely known广为人知
- 2.widely used广泛使用
- 3.widely available广泛可得
- 4.vary widely差异很大
Example Sentences
- 1.
The book is widely read in schools across the country.
- 2.
Opinions on the issue vary widely.