expansion
nounDivide expansion into syllables:
ex · pan · sion
How to pronounce expansion:
Definition of expansion:
- expansion (noun):
- expanse
- an increase or development, esp. in the activities of a company
- the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope.
Synonyms for expansion:
proliferationadditionriseamplificationdevelopmentmagnificationgaindiffusionaccrualspreadShow 7 more
Antonyms for expansion:
deteriorationdecreaselesseningslashfallreductionregressioneasingdeclinedropShow 2 more
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