widespread
Translation
widespread, extensive, prevalent
Examples
There is widespread support for the new law.
There is widespread support for the new law.
The disease is widespread in this region.
The disease is widespread in this region.
Grammar Patterns
widespread ((noun)) affecting a large area or number of people There is widespread support for the new law.
Similar Words
Synonyms: common, prevalent, extensive; Antonyms: limited, rare
Etymology
A compound of 'wide' (broad) and 'spread' (to extend over an area). Literally 'spread widely'.
Memory Tips
Picture something, like butter, being spread widely across a large piece of bread.