Widely
6 lettersadverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To a large degree; extensively or broadly.
“The news was widely reported across all media outlets.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈwaɪdli/
Syllables
wide·ly
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Synonyms
extensivelybroadly
Word Game Tips
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Wordle
W-I-D-E-L-Y with good vowel spread and -LY ending.
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Scrabble
Worth 14 points; Y adds value and -LY is common suffix.
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