expansion
nounHow many syllables in expansion?
There are 3 syllables in the word expansion.Divide 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:
accretion
accrual
accumulation
addition
amplification
augmentation
boost
continuation
development
diffusion
dilatation
dilation
distension
distention
elaboration
enlargement
expanding upon
extension
gain
growth
increase
increment
inflation
magnification
multiplication
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Antonyms for expansion:
abatement
alleviation
attrition
backsliding
decline
decrease
decrement
deterioration
diminishment
diminution
drop
drop-off
easing
fall
falloff
going backward
lapse
lessening
lightening
lowering
minimising
minimizing
mitigation
moderation
movement backward
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