S: (v) widen, broaden, extend (extend in scope or range or area) "The law was extended to all citizens"; "widen the range of applications"; "broaden your horizon"; "Extend your backyard"
S: (v) increase (make bigger or more) "The boss finally increased her salary"; "The university increased the number of students it admitted"
S: (v) change, alter, modify (cause to change; make different; cause a transformation) "The advent of the automobile may have altered the growth pattern of the city"; "The discussion has changed my thinking about the issue"