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expansion
noun
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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:

proliferationadditionriseamplificationdevelopmentmagnificationgaindiffusionaccrualspread
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Antonyms for expansion:

deteriorationdecreaselesseningslashfallreductionregressioneasingdeclinedrop
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