BROAD-GAUGED Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

broad-gauge

adjective

ˈbrȯd-ˈgāj

variants or broad-gauged

Definition of broad-gauge

as in comprehensive

covering everything or all important points a broad-gauge book about roses that covers just about everything you could want to know about roses

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Police Chief Alex Gammelgard said the decision follows a comprehensive review of the technology and its future, as well as conversations with community members and changes in how ALPR systems are being used by government agencies.

— Lyanne Wang, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
But Abbott’s data center pause offers false expectations of a comprehensive audit.

— John Kostyack, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of comprehensive

Adjective

Some occupy the farmhouses on the lower slope, overlooking the cobbled courtyard and Mediterranean herb gardens, while others are slightly further up and offer panoramic views of the Panzano valley.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
This means guests have panoramic views of Three Mile Harbor, while inside, high ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace offer a relaxing atmosphere year-round.

— Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of panoramic

Adjective

Similarly, loading up the XI for the opener away to Fulham with players who have enjoyed the benefits of a full pre-season makes sense, too.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Regal Cinemas, for example, has 4DX auditoriums with multisensory enhancements that bring the film world into the real world with full-body immersion synced up with the on-screen action.

— Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of full

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Bannister's extensive career began with Coscarelli and Angus Scrimm in 1975, leading to their legendary Phantasm collaboration.

— Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Dozens of people have died in Riselralda, a department in the heart of the Coffee Axis, and cities throughout the region have reported extensive damage.

— Sana Noor Haq, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026

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