as in extensive
having considerable extent
a widespread area of drought
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of widespread
This is important because the impact of any retaliatory tariffs would be widespread and not concentrated on a few key U.S. exports.
—
Ken Roberts, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Immigrants are widespread, but concentrated in certain fields and geographic areas.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 31 July 2025
The problems dated back more than a decade and remained widespread, the report said.
—Corey G. Johnson, ProPublica, 31 July 2025
In addition to providing protection for individuals, the DHS website says that widespread vaccination means that diseases have less opportunity to spread.
—Andrew Montequin, jsonline.com, 22 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for widespread
Ken Roberts, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
Immigrants are widespread, but concentrated in certain fields and geographic areas.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 31 July 2025
The problems dated back more than a decade and remained widespread, the report said.
—Corey G. Johnson, ProPublica, 31 July 2025
In addition to providing protection for individuals, the DHS website says that widespread vaccination means that diseases have less opportunity to spread.
—Andrew Montequin, jsonline.com, 22 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for widespread
Recent Examples of Synonyms for widespread
Adjective
-
Pirro's appointment marks a notable shift from Martin, who lacked prosecutorial experience, to someone with extensive courtroom background.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Aug. 2025
-
Elliott often watches companies for many years before investing and have an extensive stable of impressive board candidates.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
If President Donald Trump moves forward with plans to reinstate broad tariffs on dozens of countries in August, and follows through on additional threats, prices could climb even further.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
23 July 2025
-
Further details about Stargate and the broader partnership are not immediately known.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
23 July 2025
Adjective
-
Previous research indicates that, compared to pessimists, optimists enjoy wider social circles, tend to be perceived as more likeable and are more likely to be accepted by their peers.—
Margherita Bassi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 July 2025
-
Wayfair offers a wide range of storage options to suit any room, including bedrooms, kitchens, living rooms, entryways, and even backyards, with smart solutions starting at just $12.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
24 July 2025
Adjective
-
Neumann-Ortiz believes there are ways to protect public safety without relying on sweeping, indiscriminate arrests.—
Eva Wen,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
-
Texas is the latest to pass a more sweeping law that overrides local zoning to allow smaller homes on smaller lots.—
Marisa Peñaloza,
NPR,
24 July 2025
Adjective
-
Venerable entertainment lawyer Bruce Ramer, of Gang Tyre Ramer Brown and Passman, tells Variety that the shuttering of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting will have deep impact on public media across the country.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
2 Aug. 2025
-
Many of these customs, like keeping quiet on trains, reflect deep cultural values.—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Widespread.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/widespread. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share