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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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

An extensive breakfast buffet is served in SINEDIE alongside a la carte options such as eggs royale.

— Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026
On Djerba Island, meanwhile, beaches and extensive resort infrastructure make combining an eclipse chase with a conventional Mediterranean vacation particularly easy — with a view of Mos Eisley thrown in for good measure.

— Jamie Carter, Space.com, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of extensive

Adjective

Beyond its adoption areas and dedicated kitten facility, the state-of-the-art building is fully equipped to handle comprehensive feline care, featuring a feline behavior department, examination rooms, and grooming facilities.

— Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2026
Florida’s Digital Bill of Rights recognizes sensitive biometric information, but its comprehensive access, deletion and opt-out rights target a narrow class of very large advertising and technology businesses.

— Burak Oktenli, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 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

Choose the next manageable step, and leave the sweeping verdict for another day.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2026
There’s also fine French cuisine at Nouvelle Epoque in the adjoining wing, and The Orchid offers elegant all-day dining with sweeping views, and Toh-Ka-Lin is the Chinese option.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of sweeping

Adjective

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
The Jets conducted an exhaustive search for their coach and general manager in 2025, and Johnson could entrust Mougey with those decisions this time.

— Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 28 Oct. 2026

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