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

Further, the league constitution contains far-reaching language that is potentially on point. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 July 2026

William’s victory transformed England, establishing a new Norman ruling class and bringing far-reaching political, social, and cultural change. — Tiago Ventura, Time, 10 July 2026

Admittedly, there weren't that many up there — fewer than 100 — but the impact was far-reaching. — Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 8 July 2026

While the Supreme Court ruling focused specifically on cases in West Virginia and Idaho, it is expected to have far-reaching implications for those additional 25 states — and possibly more if other states pursue similar legislation. — Lindsay Schnell, New York Times, 5 July 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