1. the measurement or extent of something from side to side; width
2. wide range or extent of knowledge, experience, or understanding

Examples

• The breadth of the river made it difficult to swim across.
• We measured the length and breadth of the room before buying furniture.
• Her breadth of knowledge in science impressed the professors.
• The breadth of his experience made him an ideal candidate for the job.
• The bridge spans the full breadth of the canyon.
• I was amazed by the breadth of topics covered in the course.
• The breadth of the hallway allowed two people to walk side by side.