extensive

Meanings

• adjective

  extending over a large area or distance; comprehensive

  - "The extensive gardens covered hundreds of acres."
  - "His extensive knowledge of the subject impressed everyone."

• adjective

  giving full treatment or description in print, film, or broadcast

  - "The documentary provided an extensive analysis of the issue."
  - "The novel offered an extensive portrayal of life in the city."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɛksˈtɛn.sɪv/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with extensive
intensive , extent , intend , extend

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Variants

List of all variants of extensive that leads to same result
extensive , extensively , extensiveness , extensivenesses

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'extendere' meaning 'to stretch out'

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'extensive' is commonly used in scientific research to describe studies that cover a large sample size or data set.

2. In the field of architecture, an extensive restoration refers to a comprehensive renovation of a building.

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Related Concepts

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1. comprehensive: Related concept meaning 'covering all or virtually all elements or aspects of something'

2. intensive: Related concept meaning 'given full attention or effort'

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'extensive' is often used to describe a work that provides a comprehensive or detailed account of a subject.

How to Memorize "extensive"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, sprawling landscape or a book with many pages to understand the meaning of extensive.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'extensive' with the idea of something being 'thorough' or 'comprehensive'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Extensive equals expansive, covering a large space'

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