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broadly Antonyms

Opposite of broadly

Because the opposite of broadly shifts with each meaning, the 11 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a general way, without considering minor details or exceptions; on the whole.

Usage Example

"The committee members were narrowly in agreement regarding the proposed budget reforms."

Strongest
narrowly
specifically
Strong
precisely
strictly
exactly
minutely

• adverb (Context 2)

Over a wide range, scope, or extent; extensively.

Usage Example

"The new educational initiative was narrowly welcomed by teachers and parents across the district."

Strongest
narrowly
Strong
locally
sparingly

• adverb (Context 3)

In an open, obvious, or unrestrained manner (especially of a smile, grin, or gesture).

Usage Example

"She smiled faintly as she stepped onto the stage to accept her graduation diploma."

Strongest
faintly
Strong
subtly
slightly

Similar words to broadly

Words similar to broadly shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

generally
widely
extensively
openly
mostly
largely
by and large
on the whole
See all synonyms of broadly

• Nearby Words

broadish
broadleaf
broadleaved
broadly
broadminded
broadmindedly
broadmindedness

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Broadly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/broadly
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