Wide, broad refer to dimensions. They are often interchangeable, but wide especially applies to things of which the length is much greater than the width: a wide road, piece of ribbon.
Definition of wide adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
width (countable and uncountable, plural widths) The state of being wide. The measurement of the extent of something from side to side. A piece of material measured along its smaller dimension, especially fabric. (cricket) The horizontal distance between a batsman and the ball as it passes him. (sports) The use of all the width of the pitch, from one side to the other. quotations
Here are my top 15 NFL wide receivers for Week 15. 15. Tee Higgins Higgins hasn’t been the most consistent NFL wideout in 2025, but he’s still an elite talent and the 1B to Ja’Marr Chase’s 1A.
