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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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It went on: "A comprehensive operational examination indicates that no explosive device was placed in the area by IDF troops, and that no IDF troops were present in the area at all."

From BBC

The S-1 is a comprehensive filing used by companies going public that describes the business, risks, recent performance, capitalization, and plans for the money raised in detail.

From Barron's

The couple were impressed, they say, by the range of anonymous donors who had undergone "comprehensive health screenings" and psychological examinations.

From BBC

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

From The Wall Street Journal

“We have assembled a comprehensive, flexible financing package designed to execute our strategic plan, and materially strengthened our ability to build and certify Valo.”

From Barron's

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