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broadly
/ˈbrɔːdli/
in a wide or general way
The new policy applies broadly to all employees.
The policy affects everyone in the company, not just specific groups.
general
in a wide or general way, covering many aspects or people
The law was interpreted broadly to include all similar cases.
The interpretation covered a wide range of situations, not just the specific one mentioned.
She spoke broadly about her experiences in the field.
She discussed her experiences in a general way, not focusing on specific details.
Often used to describe something that is not narrowly focused or limited.
Collocations
broadly speakingin general termsbroadly defineddefined in a general way
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'broadly' when you want to emphasize that something is not limited or specific.
Gold Rule
Rule
Use 'broadly' to describe something that is wide in scope or general in nature.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'brode' (wide) + '-ly' (adverbial suffix).
Usage Notes
Often used to indicate that something is not restricted to a small or specific area.
Word Breakdown
broad
wide or extensive
root-ly
adverbial suffix
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