Pronunciation: [bɹˈɔːdənd] (IPA) 
The word "Broadened" is spelled with two syllables, /ˈbrɔː.dnd/. The first syllable "broad" is pronounced with a long "o" sound and emphasizes the "r" sound. The second syllable "ened" is pronounced with a short "e" sound followed by the "n" consonant sound and a schwa sound. This word means to make something wider or more general. It is commonly used in the context of expanding one's understanding or perspective on a topic.
Broadened is the past tense and past participle of the verb broaden. Broaden is a transitive and intransitive verb that refers to the act of making something wider or more extensive, or to become wider or more extensive. It is commonly used to describe the process of expanding or increasing the scope, range, or knowledge of something.
In a literal sense, broaden can refer to physically widening an object or area. For example, one might say that they broadened a road to accommodate more traffic. In a metaphorical sense, broaden has a more abstract meaning, often related to the expansion or diversification of ideas, perspectives, experiences, or skills. For instance, one can say that their horizons have broadened after traveling to different countries and experiencing various cultures.
Broadened can also have a figurative sense, indicating the process of becoming more accepting, tolerant, or open-minded. For example, if someone's views on a certain topic have evolved over time to include more perspectives, it can be said that their mindset has broadened.
Overall, broaden and its past participle form, broadened, both signify the act of making something wider or more extensive, whether it pertains to physical dimensions, intellectual understanding, or social attitudes.
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The word "broadened" is derived from the verb "broaden", which originated in the late 17th century.
The term "broaden" can be broken down into two parts:
- "broad", which comes from the Old English word "brād", meaning wide or large.
- "-en", which is a suffix that indicates a verbal action or process.
Combining these elements together, "broaden" signifies the action or process of making something wider or more extensive. Furthermore, "broadened" is the past participle form of "broaden", used to indicate the action of widening or expanding something that has already occurred in the past.
