extensive (Meaning)

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extensive (s)

large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity

broad in scope or content

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extensive (a)

of agriculture; increasing productivity by using large areas with minimal outlay and labor

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extensive (a.)

Having wide extent; of much superficial extent; expanded; large; broad; wide; comprehensive; as, an extensive farm; an extensive lake; an extensive sphere of operations; extensive benevolence; extensive greatness.

Capable of being extended.

extensive Sentence Examples

  1. The museum's extensive collection of artifacts provides a comprehensive overview of human history.
  2. The scientist conducted an extensive study to investigate the effects of climate change on marine ecosystems.
  3. The company's extensive research and development department is responsible for creating innovative products.
  4. The politician's extensive knowledge of foreign affairs made him an ideal candidate for the position of secretary of state.
  5. The author's extensive use of symbolism and allegory adds depth and complexity to the novel.
  6. The doctor prescribed an extensive course of antibiotics to combat the patient's infection.
  7. The athlete underwent extensive physical therapy to rehabilitate his injured knee.
  8. The company's extensive network of distribution centers ensures that its products are available nationwide.
  9. The university offers an extensive range of courses and programs to meet the needs of its students.
  10. The government's extensive welfare system provides financial assistance to those in need.

FAQs About the word extensive

large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity, broad in scope or content, of agriculture; increasing productivity by using large areas with minimal outl

comprehensive, widespread, wide, sweeping, expansive, deep,broad, extended, general,wide-ranging

narrow, narrow, limited, limited,restricted, restricted, circumscribed,circumscribed

The museum's extensive collection of artifacts provides a comprehensive overview of human history.

The scientist conducted an extensive study to investigate the effects of climate change on marine ecosystems.

The company's extensive research and development department is responsible for creating innovative products.

The politician's extensive knowledge of foreign affairs made him an ideal candidate for the position of secretary of state.