wide range
2 antonyms for wide range — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun phrase — A large and varied selection of things, covering many different types, sizes or options.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun phrase
A large and varied selection of things, covering many different types, sizes or options.
“The shop stocks a wide range of paints, from student grade to professional.”
broad selection
large variety
wide array
extensive choice
broad spectrum
Opposites
narrow range
limited selection
2. noun phrase
A large spread between the lowest and highest values of something measurable.
“Prices cover a wide range, from £12 to well over £400.”
broad span
wide spread
Opposites
narrow range
Antonyms
narrow range
limited selection
How to use wide range
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a wide range of products
a wide range of topics
cover a wide range
offer a wide range of services
Neutral; extremely common in retail, academic and business writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a wide range and a broad range?
In practice they mean the same thing and are interchangeable. "Wide range" is the far more common collocation in everyday English, while "broad range" turns up slightly more in formal or technical writing. Neither is more correct than the other.
Is it "a wide range of products is" or "are"?
Both appear, but formal grammar treats "range" as the singular subject, so "a wide range of products is available" is technically correct. Most writers and editors now accept "are" because the plural noun sits next to the verb and sounds more natural.
What is the opposite of a wide range?
A narrow range, or a limited selection. If you mean the choice is small rather than merely specialised, "limited range" is the usual business phrasing.
