Definitions

comprehensive

[kom-pri-hen-siv] / ˌkɒm prɪˈhɛn sɪv /

ADJECTIVE

inclusive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

all-inclusive broad complete encyclopedic exhaustive extensive far-reaching full global overall sweeping thorough

STRONG

absolute blanket catholic general infinite umbrella whole

WEAK

across the board all-embracing compendious comprising containing discursive encircling expansive in depth lock stock and barrel of great scope synoptic the big picture the whole shebang the works wall-to-wall wide widespread

Antonyms

STRONGEST

empty incomplete limited narrow needy restricted short uncomprehensive unfinished

STRONG

circumscribed definite imperfect partial specific

WEAK

exclusive incomprehensive particular selective

Example Sentences

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This front room is also where Angela consoled her son when he was targeted by school bullies at the local comprehensive.

From BBC

In 2018 Chinese President Xi Jinping declared that increasing myopia posed a threat to the country’s future that required comprehensive social and government responses.

From The Wall Street Journal

Milan were set on their way to a comprehensive victory on the stroke of half-time by Christian Pulisic who continued his sensational form by scoring his eighth goal in 11 Serie A appearances.

From Barron's

Details on all of that and a heck of a lot more are in this year’s comprehensive report.

From The Wall Street Journal

This comprehensive approach not only provides new insight into Greenland's geological past but also strengthens scientists' ability to model how the ice sheet may change in the future.

From Science Daily

comprehensive

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