extensive

ex·ten·sive

adj \ik-ˈsten(t)-siv\

Definition of EXTENSIVE

1

: having wide or considerable extent <extensive reading>

2

: extensional

3

: of, relating to, or constituting farming in which large areas of land are utilized with minimum outlay and labor

— ex·ten·sive·ly adverb

— ex·ten·sive·ness noun

Examples of EXTENSIVE

1. The storm caused extensive damage.
2. an extensive series of tests

First Known Use of EXTENSIVE

1604

Related to EXTENSIVE

Synonyms: broad, deep, expansive, extended, far-flung, far-reaching, rangy, sweeping, wide, wide-ranging, widespread

Antonyms: narrow

Related Words: comprehensive, general, global, inclusive; boundless, endless, infinite, limitless, unlimited; capacious, commodious, roomy, spacious

Near Antonyms: circumscribed, limited, restricted

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Rhymes with EXTENSIVE

defensive, intensive, offensive