broadly
UK: ˈbrɔːdli | US: ˈbrɔːdli
adv. in a wide or general manner
adv. without considering details; broadly speaking
The word "broadly" combines "broad," derived from Old English "brād" (meaning wide or spacious), with the adverbial suffix "-ly," which originates from Old English "-līce." The suffix "-ly" transforms adjectives into adverbs, indicating manner or degree. Over time, "broadly" evolved to describe actions or statements made in a general, non-specific way, reflecting the literal sense of "wide" applied metaphorically to concepts or speech.
The theory is broadly accepted by scientists worldwide.
She smiled broadly when she heard the good news.
Broadly speaking, the project was a success despite minor setbacks.
His ideas apply broadly across different cultures.
The law was broadly interpreted to include digital privacy rights.