coextensive

[ koh-ik-sten-siv ]

adjective

1. equal or coincident in space, time, or scope.

coextensive

/ ˌkəʊɪkˈstɛnsɪv /

adjective

1. of the same limits or extent

Derived Forms

• ˌcoexˈtensively, adverb

Other Words From

• coex·tensive·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of coextensive¹

First recorded in 1670–80; co- + extensive

Example Sentences

Registration districts are generally, but not invariably, coextensive with unions of the same name.

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His kindly nature made him loved by all and his circle of friends was coextensive with the circle of his acquaintance.

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We should utterly deceive ourselves if we imagined that real Christianity is coextensive with the profession of Christianity.

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Was it coextensive in width as well as in height with the opening?

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A few generations ago Mohammedan political and religious control were coextensive.

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Related Words

• comparable
• compatible
• consistent
• proportionate
• sufficient