1. the process of becoming wider or more extensive
2. the process of expanding one’s knowledge, experience, or perspective

1. present participle of broaden; making or becoming wider or more extensive

Examples

• The broadening of the highway will reduce traffic congestion.
• Travel contributes to the broadening of one’s worldview.
• The company is broadening its product line to include electronics.
• She noticed a broadening of her shoulders as she grew older.
• The broadening gap between rich and poor concerns many economists.
• Reading different genres leads to a broadening of literary appreciation.
• The river shows signs of broadening as it approaches the delta.