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 That should start with organizations developing comprehensive cybersecurity plans for their respective threat landscapes. — Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026 These defence initiatives combine major facility construction projects with comprehensive software changes to streamline mission planning and fleet maintenance. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026 Florida does not currently have comprehensive statutes that regulate how law enforcement agencies or officers may use license plate databases. — Abigail Hall, The Conversation, 5 Oct. 2026 There is still no comprehensive federal privacy law in the United States, but that isn’t the same as no exposure. — Abhik Biswas, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for comprehensive

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Adjective

Excellent, from the thorough and intuitive spa therapists, to the engaging and sweet girls who run the kids’ club, the generous ice-cream scoopers at the Haagen-Dazs counter, and the nothing-is-too-much-trouble front desk.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The next step was finding a director; according to sources, the search was thorough with not only Black Label and Thunder Road producers meeting potential candidates but the lead cast having their own meetings as well.

— Justin Kroll, Deadline, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of thorough

Adjective

Cupping treatments come in detoxifying and cellulite targeting versions, and there's a complete slate of massage, sugaring, waxing, aromatherapy, and hair and makeup options.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Although Koerte believes Europe needs to develop greater AI capabilities, complete sovereignty remains a pipe dream.

— Sam Forsdick, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of complete

Adjective

While the property’s extensive and expensive renovation has elevated nearly every corner of the resort, the room doors appear to have been overlooked.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Contact the treating clinician promptly for worsening pain, spreading redness or warmth, pus-like drainage, fever, extensive blistering, eye symptoms, or a reaction substantially more severe than described.

— Malana VanTyler, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of extensive

Adjective

The elegant and spacious suites feature terraces with sun loungers and panoramic ocean views.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Stretching across the base of the windshield, the panoramic iDrive display projects information onto a black band that runs from one A-pillar to the other.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of panoramic

Adjective

Not single pieces of treasured family heirlooms, or even a single chair — entire suites of furniture!

— Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 3 Oct. 2026
While coach Paul Maurice was unable to confirm the severity of the injury in his postgame press conference, Florida fans are especially anxious, considering an ACL tear kept Barkov out for the entire season last year.

— Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of entire

Adjective

The Russian strikes forcing the full or partial closure of three of Kyiv's six road bridges caused traffic logjams and appeared to be a new tactic in its campaign to torment the city's residents.

— HANNA ARHIROVA, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
The Russian strikes forcing the full or partial closure of three of Kyiv’s six road bridges caused traffic logjams and appeared to be a new tactic in its campaign to torment the city’s residents.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of full

Adjective

That’s far more inclusive healing than might have happened if Duong had only responded to her father’s memoir with her own letters.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 4 Oct. 2026
The gates blocking it, and the security checkpoints along its flanks, will dramatically limit the public’s desire to enter, and change the tenor and experience of a space that should feel porous and inclusive.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

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