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extensive

Meaning in simple English

US /ɪkˈstɛnsɪv/ · UK /ɪkˈstensɪv/

extensive means: Covering a large area or involving a large amount of something.

adjective

LARGE AMOUNTB2

Covering a large area or involving a large amount of something.

  • The storm caused extensive damage.
  • She has extensive experience in teaching.
  • They carried out extensive research before opening the restaurant.

Similar words: considerable, wide-ranging, large-scale

Opposites: limited

Common phrases: extensive research, extensive damage, extensive experience

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