COMPREHENSIVE Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

comprehensive

adjective

ˌkäm-pri-ˈhen(t)-siv

Definition of comprehensive

as in thorough

covering everything or all important points a comprehensive overview of European history since the French Revolution

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as in complete

not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it a comprehensive listing of all the paintings generally attributed to the Dutch artist Rembrandt

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as in extensive

trying all possibilities comprehensive plans for covering just about any conceivable terrorist attack

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Recent Examples of comprehensive Fitbit’s Versa 4 combines comprehensive health tracking with everyday smartwatch convenience for busy students. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 25 Aug. 2026 The latest national figures provide the most comprehensive accounting yet of the sharp decline in crime that followed the pandemic-era surge. — Amanda Watford, Baltimore Sun, 24 Aug. 2026 Summary Anthropic's Claude now boasts enhanced integration with Google Workspace, enabling direct interaction with Gmail and Google Drive, alongside expanded mobile access for its Cowork tool, evolving it into a comprehensive AI workplace agent. — Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 In Atlanta, Mayor Andre Dickens has ordered a comprehensive review of the city's use of Flock technology, and Atlanta police have said a team is reviewing officers' searches for possible unauthorized use. — Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 23 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for comprehensive

Recent Examples of Synonyms for comprehensive

Adjective

The author specifically praised Reficco over her thorough research on epilepsy in an effort to offer an authentic portrayal.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Lawsuits have accused Lyft of failing to perform more thorough background checks on prospective drivers, maintaining in-car surveillance and enforcing zero-tolerance policies against drivers.

— Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of thorough

Adjective

Police said the home was immediately secured as a crime scene and investigators began the extensive work of documenting the scene, collecting evidence, conducting interviews and pursuing leads.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026
Customers can upload their own photos, or choose artworks from an extensive online gallery before selecting all of the details, including size, material, matting, and glazing.

— Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of extensive

Adjective

From gentle ridge walks with panoramic valley views to high-altitude summit pushes, every level of explorer is catered to.

— Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Built by the University of Hong Kong (HKU) and the International Lunar Observatory Association in Hawaii, the telescope will take panoramic snapshots of the Milky Way rising above the southern rim of Shackleton Crater.

— Jonathan O'Callaghan, Scientific American, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of panoramic

Adjective

Though Sex and the City ended two entire decades ago, many of her most valuable life lessons—usually delivered via purring, zingy one-liners, either with a dirty martini in one hand or while waving a fork over brunch—feel just as relevant today.

— Daisy Jones, Vogue, 22 Aug. 2026
This market cap doesn't represent total investment but the value assigned to its entire network, driven by monetary dilution, network utility (global value transfer, verifiable supply), and anticipated future demand.

— Dave Birnbaum, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of entire

Adjective

In the current setup, teams select players that other teams leave unprotected and then must carry that player on their big-league roster for a full year.

— Evan Drellich, New York Times, 28 Aug. 2026
That income limit is a cliff — earning a dollar over the limit generally means paying the full, unsubsidized premium.

— Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of full

Adjective

Innovation rates are often 70% higher with inclusive design and helps ease costly turnover ranging from 50% to twice an employee’s annual salary.

— Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Breanna Stewart, the New York Liberty star and all-time UConn women’s basketball great, has always seen the WNBA as an inclusive place that has served as a safe space for both its fans and the players.

— Doug Feinberg, Hartford Courant, 22 Aug. 2026