Widespread
10 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Extending or occurring over a large area or among many people. Describes something that is common or prevalent across a broad geographic or demographic range.
“The widespread adoption of smartphones has transformed how people communicate globally.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˌwaɪdˈsprɛd/
Syllables
wide·spread
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Contains common letters W, D, and E; watch for the double E pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 16 points; excellent word using the high-value W (4 points)
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