Exploring the overlap between "broad" and "ample"

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Lloyd Cooper 22/12/2024, 11:52

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What is similar?

Both "broad" and "ample" describe largeness in size, extent, or scope. They can convey that something is extensive or plentiful.

What is different?

"Broad" typically refers to physical width or a wide-ranging scope, and can imply generality or diversity. "Ample" emphasizes sufficiency or abundance, indicating that there is more than enough of something.

Which one is more common?

Examples of usage

Broad

The river was too broad to swim across.
She has a broad knowledge of many subjects.
They took a broad approach to solve the problem.

Ample

We have ample time to complete the project.
There was ample evidence to support the findings.
The garden offers ample space for the kids to play.