nationwide
5 synonyms for nationwide, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Covering or reaching every part of a nation.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
countrywide
coast-to-coast
across the country
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Covering or reaching every part of a nation.
“Heavy snow caused a nationwide shortage of fresh vegetables in the shops.”
2. adv
Throughout an entire nation.
“The charity's shops are open nationwide, from the north coast to the south.”
How to use nationwide
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
nationwide search
nationwide campaign
go nationwide
Etymology
A straightforward combination of "nation" and "wide," meaning spread across the whole country.
Full origin of nationwide →Frequently asked questions
What does “nationwide” mean?
The word “nationwide” means covering or reaching every part of a nation. In plain terms, happening or reaching across an entire country, not just one region.
How do you pronounce “nationwide”?
“Nationwide” is pronounced nay-shuhn-WYD (/ˌneɪ.ʃənˈwaɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “nationwide” in a sentence?
Here is “nationwide” used in a sentence: “The company launched a nationwide advertising campaign.”
What part of speech is “nationwide”?
Depending on how it is used, “nationwide” can be an adjective and an adverb.
Is “nationwide” a common word?
“Nationwide” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “nationwide” have?
“Nationwide” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: covering or reaching every part of a nation.
What is the difference between nationwide and worldwide?
Nationwide means covering or reaching every part of one nation, while worldwide extends across the whole world. A nationwide product recall applies within a single country; a worldwide recall applies in every country where the product is sold.
What is the difference between nationwide and countrywide?
Nationwide and countrywide both mean extending throughout an entire nation and are essentially interchangeable. Nationwide is by far the more common choice in both British and American English, so it is the safer default in most writing.
Is nationwide one word or hyphenated?
Nationwide is written as one solid word in modern English. The hyphenated form 'nation-wide' appears in older texts but is now considered dated, and current dictionaries list only the closed form.
Can nationwide be used as an adverb?
Yes. Nationwide works as an adjective before a noun ('a nationwide survey') and as an adverb after a verb ('the program was broadcast nationwide'). Both uses mean throughout an entire nation.
