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Definition of wideness

wideness

/ˈwaɪd.nəs/
wide · ness
Adverb:widely
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Plural:widenesses
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Adjective:wide
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wideness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality, state, or condition of being wide; considerable extent from side to side.

Example

"The sheer wideness of the river valley made it difficult to construct a single suspension bridge across the gorge."

2

Great scope, range, or comprehensiveness, as of knowledge, sympathy, or perspective.

Example

"Her scholarship is admired for the wideness of its historical perspective and its inclusion of diverse cultural sources."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'width' is the standard word for exact physical measurements from side to side, 'wideness' is typically used to emphasize the general quality or impression of being spacious, broad, or expansive.

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• Nearby Words

widely
widemouthed
widen
wideness
wideout
widescreen
widespread

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'widnes', formed from the adjective 'wid' (wide) and the noun-forming suffix '-nes' (-ness).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wideness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wideness
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