verbreitet
Translation
widespread, common, prevalent
Examples
Diese Meinung ist weit verbreitet.
This opinion is widespread.
Die Krankheit ist in dieser Region verbreitet.
The disease is prevalent in this region.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is widespread ...is widespread This opinion is widespread.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gängig, üblich; Antonyms: selten, ungewöhnlich
Etymology
From the prefix 'ver-' (indicating a process) and 'breit' (wide, broad). Literally 'made wide'.
Memory Tips
Think of spreading something 'ver-' a 'breit' (broad) area. It becomes widespread.