ALL-EMBRACING Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

all-embracing

adjective

ˌȯ-lim-ˈbrā-siŋ

Definition of all-embracing

as in comprehensive

covering everything or all important points an all-embracing explanation for the great diversity of life on the planet

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Recent Examples of all-embracing This unexpected ending shifts the narrative from military triumph to spiritually discerning and expressing God’s all-embracing love. — Liesl Ehmke, Christian Science Monitor, 29 June 2026 Then as now, his view of music was an all-embracing one that knew no stylistic boundaries. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2024 The theme of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, ‘United by Music,’ announced both the annual musical extravaganza’s all-embracing intentions and its status as a joint endeavor. — Mike McCahill, Variety, 14 May 2023 But if life with father was so all-embracing, why then did Daisy Dawes need to tote a gun, or for that matter come here to Eloise’s Night Light to drink, dialogue, and make merry, or meditate three times a week? — Anne Fadiman, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Feb. 2023

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Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections, flexible rewards and more.

— Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 15 July 2026
It should be noted that there are new auctions practically every month, so the data can change quite rapidly, but the following list represents a comprehensive picture of the 25 top whiskey sales to date.

— Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 July 2026

Definition of comprehensive

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Treating sunscreen like a one-and-done application Applying sunscreen once isn’t enough for a full day spent outdoors.

— Kaitlyn Harvey, AJC.com, 17 July 2026
In 2024 the Japanese giant completed its acquisition of 7-Eleven Australia to expand its presence in the country, taking full ownership of the business.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 17 July 2026

Definition of full

Adjective

Nicole Tepper had not completed mandatory inclusive hiring training before participating in interviews for potential head coaches for the Panthers, the CBS Sports article reported.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026
Lorraine, Google’s chief marketing officer, pontificated at conferences and in op-eds about building diverse, inclusive teams.

— Claire Stapleton, New Yorker, 18 July 2026

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