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Meaning
The word "abroad" refers to being in or going to a foreign country, especially if it is outside one's own country. It often implies travel or a stay in a different land, and can also represent the idea of being away from one’s home surroundings.
Synonyms
- Overseas
- Foreign
- Out of the country
- Abroad
- Internationally
Antonyms
- Home
- Domestic
- Local
- Within the country
Etymology
The term "abroad" comes from Middle English "abroade," which originally meant "on a broad expanse" or "widely." It is rooted in the combination of "a-" (a variant of "on" or "in") and "broad," which refers to a wide space.
Examples
- After graduating, she decided to study abroad for a year in Spain.
- He has traveled abroad several times for both business and pleasure.
- The university encourages students to take advantage of their programs abroad to broaden their horizons.
- During the summer, many families take vacations abroad to explore new cultures.
- She feels more comfortable speaking in English when she is abroad where it is the primary language.