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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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The declaration was more an expression of intent rather than a comprehensive agreement, but once again, it highlighted the role China can play in the region, and its interest in stability in the Middle East.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Fitch said major Asian chip makers have conducted comprehensive assessments of helium inventories.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Protect Democracy just released a comprehensive report on threats to the 2026 elections.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

To strengthen their case, the researchers brought together several replication efforts into a single, comprehensive paper focused on topological quantum computing.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

The work was delicate and exhausting, and had to be suspended for a time to permit Michelson a brief but comprehensive nervous breakdown, but by 1887 they had their results.

From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.