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 The series is based on Backyard Baseball — the full-scale revamp of the beloved 2D arcade-style classic that has captivated kids and adults since 1997. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 24 July 2026 The withdrawal of funding was made in response to Russia’s participation in this year’s Biennale for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 24 July 2026 For years after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, people largely appeared complacent about the fighting. — Dasha Litvinova, Fortune, 24 July 2026 Abercrombie’s full-scale sartorial comeback has been years in the making. — Camila Quimper, Footwear News, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for full-scale

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Fish and Game planned to confirm the bear’s species through thorough DNA testing.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 29 July 2026
The chances of these complications drop with good prenatal care and thorough screening and monitoring to head off issues early.

— Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 29 July 2026

Definition of thorough

Adjective

Leading firms are actively recruiting professionals with extensive client-side experience to enhance service delivery.

— Will Johnson, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Burke’s lawyers sought to expose weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, questioning why investigators had not conducted more extensive testing, including DNA analysis, on certain items found in Burke’s home or on the exterior of his Tesla.

— Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 21 July 2026

Definition of extensive

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Missouri’s sweeping 6th Congressional District, historically a Republican stronghold, stretches across northern Missouri and touches Kansas City’s Northland.

— Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
When the government raised fuel prices by 50% in 2019, nationwide protests quickly escalated into broader anti-government unrest and were met with a sweeping security crackdown and an internet blackout.

— Chris Lau, CNN Money, 26 July 2026

Definition of sweeping

Adjective

In 2023, one of the most exhaustive studies of personality and intelligence ever conducted put that assumption to a real test.

— Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
The case for the Okefenokee’s inclusion on the World Heritage List is laid out in an exhaustive, 266-page dossier.

— Drew Kann, AJC.com, 20 July 2026

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full steam ahead

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