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something broad

[ˈsʌmθɪŋ brɔːd]
noun phrase
algo amplo / algo genérico
1. A general, wide-ranging, or non-specific topic or concept
Let's discuss something broad like environmental issues.
Vamos discutir algo amplo como questões ambientais.
2. A wide or extensive subject without detailed specificity
The presentation covered something broad without going into detail.
A apresentação cobriu algo genérico sem entrar em detalhes.
Synonyms
something generala broad topica wide subjectsomething sweepingan expansive theme
Antonyms
something specificsomething narrowsomething detailedsomething precise

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
algo amplo / algo genérico
Common usage in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
algo geral / algo lato
'Lato' is more formal/literary

Related Idioms & Phrases

the broad strokes
in broad terms
a broad overview
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