wide-ranging

adjective

wide-rang·​ing ˈwīd-ˌrān-jiŋ 

: extensive in scope : comprehensive

wide-ranging interests

Synonyms of wide-ranging

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

Examples of wide-ranging in a Sentence

his wide-ranging business interests and real estate holdings make him one of the most powerful men in the state

Recent Examples on the Web

Especially the way that Parton's potent vocal sound – that high and honeyed lilt – anchored her exploration of wide-ranging styles. — Jewly Hight, NPR, 25 Aug. 2026

More studies are showing the wide-ranging negative health impacts of inhaling wildfire smoke, which is especially toxic when blazes tear through urban areas and burn up household appliances, batteries and chemicals. — ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026

The financial penalties are wide-ranging, banning nearly all US trade with Iran, blocking Iranian government assets in the country and prohibiting foreign assistance and arms sales, the report outlines. — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026

His wide-ranging enterprise reporting includes examining how national polices are playing out in people's lives across the country. — Chris Kenning, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1707, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for wide-ranging

• interchanging
• rearranging
• arranging
• exchanging
• unchanging
• changing
• ranging