COVERALL Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

cover-all

adjective

ˈkə-vər-ˌȯl

Definition of cover-all

as in comprehensive

covering everything or all important points a detailed plan for cover-all health insurance

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Recent Examples of cover-all Also available are Laser Loon cover-all stickers that existing cardholders can request instead of the new cards and without needing to create new library accounts. — Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 29 Feb. 2024

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Earlier this year, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) concluded negotiations on the Digital Economy Framework Agreement, or DEFA—the world’s first comprehensive, region-wide agreement dedicated to the digital economy.

— Jon M. Huntsman, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2026
Among its provisions, the bill requires EPA to develop a comprehensive National Textile Circularity Strategy, as well as conduct a needs assessment to identify the actions, investments, and policy priorities that such strategy will require.

— Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of comprehensive

Adjective

Meanwhile, Democratic senators are demanding that Hegseth provide a full accounting of the costs of the Iran war.

— Ben Finley, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo ordered the immediate suspension of Niger ‌State’s ⁠NSCDC commandant, Suberu Siyaka Aniviye, pending the outcome of a full investigation.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of full

Adjective

The tower features a curved, sculptural form with floor-to-ceiling glazing and wide balconies, offering panoramic views across Vancouver and its surroundings.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2026
Here, visitors enjoy the panoramic views of the countryside while sipping cups of tea and dipping strips of fresh cassava into local honey.

— Claire Turrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of panoramic

Adjective

The 60-seat restaurant is known for its cooked-to-perfection aged steaks, seafood towers, classic cocktails and extensive wine list.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Despite the extensive search, investigators never found the gun, a Tipp City detective testified Monday during Flynn's murder trial in Ohio.

— Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026

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