countrywide
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈkʌntriˌwaɪd/
KK: /ˈkʌntriˌwaɪd/
adjective
Definition
Relating to or affecting the entire nation.
Example
The new policy will have countrywide implications for education.
Conversation
Did you hear about the countrywide event happening next month?
Yeah, I read about it! It sounds exciting.
I think it will really bring our community together on a countrywide scale.
Absolutely! I can't wait to see how it all unfolds.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
national
universal
broad
Antonyms
local
regional
limited
adverb
Definition
Involving or affecting the entire nation; happening all over the country.
Example
The new law will be implemented countrywide next month.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new campaign they launched countrywide?
Yeah, I read about it! It sounds really exciting.
I hope it raises a lot of money for those in need.
Root Explanation
Countrywide → It is formed from "country" (from Old French *contree*, meaning land or region) and "wide" (meaning extending over a large area). The word "countrywide" means extending across or throughout an entire country.
Memory Tip
Think of a "country" as a specific land or region, and "wide" means covering a large area. This helps you remember that "countrywide" refers to something that extends across the whole country.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.