Broad (adjective)

1. Having a wide or extensive scope or range.
2. Having a large or wide range of interests or knowledge.
3. Having a large width in relation to length.
4. Having a wide and open appearance.
5. Having a flat and extensive surface.

Origin:

The word "broad" comes from the old english "brād," which means "wide" or "large". it has been used in english for over a thousand years and has been adopted into many other languages as well.

Examples:

1. The new shopping mall has a broad selection of stores.
2. She has a broad knowledge of world history.
3. The new highway is broad enough to accommodate multiple lanes of traffic.
4. The river valley was broad and open, allowing plenty of sunshine to reach the ground.
5. The mountaintop was broad and flat, offering a panoramic view of the surrounding area.