Synonyms of all around

all around 1 of 2

adverb

as in collectively

with everyone or everything taken into account at the same time

all around, she's our best athlete

Synonyms & Similar Words

• collectively
• overall
• all in all
• across the board
• generally
• broadly
• on the whole
• together
• in the aggregate
• altogether
• inclusively
• all told
• collectedly
• loosely
• totally
• all over
• entirely
• completely
• liberally
• wholly
• fully
• thoroughly
• macroscopically
• exhaustively
• encyclopedically
• comprehensively
• sweepingly

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• strictly
• literally
• microscopically
• minutely
• alone
• specifically
• narrowly
• separately
• solely
• individually
• exclusively
• distinctly
• detailedly
• restrictedly
• singly
• singularly
• categorically
• solitarily
• fractionally

all-around

2 of 2

adjective

ˌȯl-ə-ˈrau̇nd 

variants also all-round

1

as in unlimited

not limited or specialized in application or purpose

an all-around garden rake that adjusts for any raking task, from raking lawns to delicate flower beds

Synonyms & Similar Words

• unlimited
• general
• unrestricted
• general-purpose
• all-purpose
• catholic
• unspecialized
• unqualified
• unspecified
• multipurpose
• wide
• broad
• mixed-use
• nonspecific
• vague

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• technical
• specialized
• limited
• restricted
• definite
• qualified
• confined
• finite
• selective
• bounded
• dedicated
• circumscribed
• determinate
• demarcated

2

as in overall

relating to the main elements and not to specific details

this saw has the top rating for all-around performance, but for small detail work it might not be your best choice

Synonyms & Similar Words

• overall
• general
• broad
• comprehensive
• nonspecific
• vague
• wide
• extensive
• bird's-eye
• panoramic
• inclusive
• expansive
• infinite
• vast
• sweeping
• boundless
• absolute
• nondescript
• indeterminate
• nebulous
• unlimited
• unspecified
• unrestricted

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• specific
• detailed
• molecular
• limited
• distinct
• precise
• full
• restricted
• comprehensive
• specified
• individual
• thorough
• sharp
• explicit
• particularized
• particular
• elaborate
• close-up
• delineated
• singular
• itemized
• peculiar
• listed
• enumerated
• mapped (out)
• inventoried

3

as in versatile

able to do many different kinds of things

an all-around player, as skilled on the pitcher's mound as he is at the batting plate

Synonyms & Similar Words

• versatile
• adaptable
• skilled
• adept
• skillful
• experienced
• universal
• expert
• ace
• protean
• flexible
• general-purpose
• multipurpose
• able
• proficient
• adjustable
• well-rounded
• mixed-use
• elastic
• plastic
• masterful
• variable
• pliant
• modifiable
• pliable
• malleable
• changeable
• supple
• fluid
• alterable

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• limited
• amateur
• inexperienced

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of all around

Adverb

The Reef Al Giallo stroller, designed with Lamborghini, features the same weight standards but is painted in black with yellow accents, and Lamborghini badges can be found all around. — Keenan Thompson, Freep.com, 27 Aug. 2026

According to Hardy, this year’s theme is a result of the current environment — one where the erasure of Blackness is happening all around the nation. — Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

Adjective

Paul Hamm wins the men’s gymnastics all-around Olympic gold medal by the closest margin ever in the event. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026

While SoFi is a solid all-around lender, other competitors are stronger in certain categories. — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026