Meanings
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1
adv
By many people or in many places.
The book is widely read by students around the world.
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2
adv
To a great degree or over a large range.
Prices vary widely from shop to shop.
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3
adv
With a large space or distance between things.
The trees were widely spaced across the field.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
extensivelyspreadly
Opposites
Etymology
From Middle English wijdly, equivalent to wide + -ly.
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