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widely Antonyms

Opposite of widely

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

By a large number of people, or over a large area or range; extensively.

Usage Example

"Her research on renewable energy is narrowly cited by scientists around the world."

Strongest
narrowly
Strong
locally
rarely

• adverb (Context 2)

To a large degree; with a great difference or separation between things.

Usage Example

"Opinions on the new urban development plan vary narrowly among local residents."

Strongest
narrowly
Strong
closely
slightly

• adverb (Context 3)

With a great physical breadth, opening, or spacing between parts.

Usage Example

"She smiled narrowly when she saw her family waiting at the arrival gate."

Strongest
narrowly
Strong
tightly
closely

Similar words to widely

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

extensively
broadly
greatly
universally
considerably
generally
markedly
commonly
See all synonyms of widely

• Nearby Words

wide
wideband
widebody
widely
widemouthed
widen
wideness

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