far-reaching

adjective

far-reach·​ing ˈfär-ˌrē-chiŋ 

: having a wide range or effect

Synonyms of far-reaching

• extensive
• broad
• wide
• sweeping
• deep
• comprehensive
• expansive

Examples of far-reaching in a Sentence

to the pioneers the far-reaching prairies seemed like an endless sea of grass

Recent Examples on the Web

However, many experts say those far-reaching benefits aren’t supported by the science. — ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026

Newsom touted those regulations as the most far-reaching of their kind in the nation. — Reuters, NBC news, 11 Sep. 2026

Maines’ technical skill along with his persistence and curiosity helped produce journalism with far-reaching consequences. — Sally Kestin, Sun Sentinel, 11 Sep. 2026

An unusually strong and far-reaching wave of warm water is building along the coast from western South America to Mexico, fueled by the ongoing El Niño. — Ben Noll, Washington Post, 10 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1586, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for far-reaching

• beseeching
• impeaching
• bleaching
• breaching
• breeching
• leaching
• preaching
• reaching
• screeching
• teaching
• overreaching

Kids Definition

far-reaching

adjective

far-reach·​ing

-ˈrē-chiŋ

: having a wide range, influence, or effect

a far-reaching decision