FULL-SCALE Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

full-scale

adjective

ˈfu̇l-ˌskāl

Definition of full-scale

as in thorough

trying all possibilities a full-scale search and rescue for the victims of the rock slide

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Recent Examples of full-scale In January 2026, the company launched a full-scale, at-depth commercialization pilot in Cameron, Texas, to demonstrate its deep-borehole disposal system. — Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026 Ukrainian officials have described the operation in Oleshky as one of the most significant pauses in fighting since Russia launched its full-scale invasion more than four and a half years ago. — Alexander Smith, NBC news, 30 Oct. 2026 Any remaining limits on Nordic military cooperation evaporated once Finland and Sweden joined NATO following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, in 2022. — Foreign Affairs, 30 Oct. 2026 Novaya Gazeta initially suspended publication of its online and print editions in Russia following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, after receiving a warning from Russia’s media regulator, Roskomnadzor. — Zahra Ullah, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for full-scale

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Adjective

As much as the latter two helped to inaugurate the era of online automotive auction houses by setting new standards for thorough listings and seller engagements, the excitement of real-time bidding in person undoubtedly bolsters values even further.

— Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2026
Perhaps most importantly, start the process of shopping for providers and policies now as thorough research and analysis will boost your chances of finding the most suitable policy for you and your beneficiaries.

— Matt Richardson, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of thorough

Adjective

Fraser Shilling, director of the Road Ecology Center, and his team determined that extensive fencing on highways is the solution to reducing roadkill, not just wildlife crossings.

— Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 11 Nov. 2026
The plan does not include crosswalks, which city spokesperson Jack VanderToll said require more extensive work such as accessible sidewalks and curb ramps.

— Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of extensive

Adjective

This happens because cities to a large extent are bound by their comprehensive plans, which govern how land can be used.

— Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Nov. 2026
The Venezuelan migrant crisis The assistance and response led by Prevost in the face of the massive arrival of Venezuelan migrants in 2018 was comprehensive and had a different vision from that of the country’s other regions.

— Claudia Rebaza, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of comprehensive

Adjective

Lead author Samantha Gilbert-Janizek expanded the model to include those missing systems, creating a more complete picture of how chemicals move throughout a rocky planet.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
As the Moon joins Mars in Leo, creative courage may arrive before complete confidence.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of complete

Adjective

The stone pavilions of Amanruya pepper the hills of Bodrum’s north coastline, with sweeping views of the Aegean and the scent of cypress trees ever-present.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
The most remarkable accommodation is the Caroline Astor garden terrace suite, which not only has a sweeping terrace but also a private outdoor infinity pool overlooking the city.

— Wendy O'Dea, Robb Report, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of sweeping

Adjective

Like the rest of us, Pierce Brosnan has been following the seemingly endless and exhaustive search for the next James Bond.

— Wengel Gemu, Vanity Fair, 3 Nov. 2026
Those are the findings of an exhaustive new survey published in Nature Cities, in which researchers used satellite radar to track 465 urban areas of more than a million people from 2014 to 2023.

— Sanidhya Sharma, Scientific American, 30 Oct. 2026

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