expansion

Definitions

The action of becoming larger or more extensive.

The act of increasing the scale, scope, or volume of something.

A mathematical expression or a detailed explanation of a concept.

Examples

The company announced a major expansion into international markets.

The rapid expansion of the city has led to increased traffic congestion.

Synonyms

growth enlargement extension spread augmentation dilation broadening

Antonyms

contraction reduction shrinkage diminution restriction abbreviation compression