Synonyms of far-reaching

far-reaching

adjective

ˈfär-ˌrē-chiŋ 

as in extensive

having considerable extent

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• extensive
• broad
• wide
• sweeping
• deep
• comprehensive
• expansive
• widespread
• extended
• wide-ranging
• general
• far-flung
• rangy
• global
• inclusive
• infinite
• endless
• limitless
• unlimited
• boundless
• spacious
• commodious
• capacious
• roomy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• narrow
• limited
• restricted
• circumscribed

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of far-reaching

Its sister service Starshield, a military version developed for the Pentagon, relies on the Starlink network and has recently been used by Ukrainian forces to strengthen its far-reaching drone strike missions and air defenses. — Tiago Ventura, Time, 15 Oct. 2026

Since the popularization of broadcast radio, in the nineteen-twenties, people have been experimenting with ways to use the far-reaching signal to send personal messages back and forth. — Jordan Salama, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026

Advance has the backing of major Republican figures and donors, but its shadowy approach has also faced criticism for condensing complicated policy into ballot measures that may have impacts that are more far-reaching than voters understand. — Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 8 Oct. 2026

El Niño is a natural climate pattern that has far-reaching impacts across the planet, potentially affecting hundreds of millions of people. — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 5 Oct. 2026