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 onslaught aims to terrorize civilians, officials and analysts say, and break their will to resist Russia’s full-scale invasion since 2022. — ABC News, 5 Oct. 2026 The German and Russian foreign ministers met on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly’s annual meeting last month in what was believed to be the first such face-to-face meeting since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. — Susie Blann, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026 Ukraine has withstood other such campaigns since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022. — Constant Méheut, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2026 The past four months have been among the deadliest for Ukrainian civilians since the start of the full-scale invasion in 2022. — Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for full-scale

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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

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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

By comparison, human advisors can build a comprehensive financial plan — including investing, taxes, insurance, retirement planning, estate planning and more — based on your specific goals.

— Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,Kelli Grant, CFP®, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
Months later, Straker delivered a comprehensive menu—and when the doors opened, Casa Cruz became London’s hottest restaurant.

— Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of comprehensive

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

The Ratepayer Protection Act, meant to prevent data centers from raising electricity prices, enjoyed sweeping support in the House from all but three Democrats while all but four of their colleagues in the Senate opposed it.

— Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 1 Oct. 2026
The Justice Department’s settlement proposal at the time sought sweeping changes to admissions, protest rules and other campus policies, including a public declaration that UCLA does not recognize transgender people’s gender identities.

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

Definition of sweeping

Adjective

Because space and defense qualification cycles require multiple years of exhaustive safety and performance certifications, switching to a cheaper competitor is highly frictional for a prime contractor.

— Harvey Stober, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
The New York Times‘ exhaustive list of the best TV shows of the 21st century traces its origin to a similar list of the best books a couple years ago.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2026

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