widely

adverb B2

Meaning

The adverb "widely" means to a large extent or over a considerable area, often used to indicate that something is common or prevalent.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "widely" with "wide," which refers to physical dimensions rather than extent or popularity.

Example Sentences

Is this new technology widely used in schools today ?
The new policy was widely accepted by all the department heads .
The new policy was widely accepted by the local community .
This idea is widely accepted by people all around here .

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