- noting an antibiotic, insecticide, or other chemical effective against a wide range of organisms.
- noting a sunscreen effective in absorbing or blocking ultraviolet (UVA and UVB) radiation.
- having a wide range of uses:The questionnaire is a broad-spectrum tool for diagnosing depression and anxiety.
- effective against a wide variety of diseases or microorganisms
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