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Definitions

exhaustive

[ig-zaws-tiv] / ɪgˈzɔs tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
all-inclusive, complete
Synonyms
STRONGEST
comprehensive encyclopedic extensive full-scale in-depth intensive sweeping thorough
WEAK
all-embracing all-encompassing all-out catholic embracive far-reaching from A to Z full full dress full-blown no stone unturned out-and-out profound radical the word thoroughgoing total whole-hog
Antonyms
STRONGEST
exclusive incomplete incomprehensive narrow partial superficial uncomprehensive
WEAK
excluding unfinished

Example Sentences

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Like its predecessors, “Triumph and Illusion” combines exhaustive scholarship with eminent readability.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

The 90-minute film does not claim to be exhaustive, but aims to offer the public the perspectives of both sides of a case that continues to prompt questions and accusations of a miscarriage of justice.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

Kennedy, who has long been sceptical of vaccines, said the overhaul came "after an exhaustive review" and that it "protects children, respects families, and rebuilds trust in public health."

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

Though this list isn’t exhaustive by any means, and not all dates have been announced, there’s plenty to start penciling into your calendar.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2026

Press coverage had been exhaustive, taking up most of the front page of the daily newspapers.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson