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extensively
[ ik-sten-siv-lee ]
adverb
- so as to cover a wide range or area; broadly:
He reads and travels extensively and is regarded as one of the best-informed men anywhere.
- in a far-reaching, comprehensive way; thoroughly:
All the science departments have been extensively renovated, with new tutorial rooms and well-equipped laboratories.
- at great length or in great detail:
He spoke extensively about the threats his daughter faces as a transgender individual.
- to a great degree or in great amounts or numbers; a lot:
Although the river is used extensively by boaters, no official map has been developed to show the best places to dock, things to see, and hazards to avoid.
Other Words From
- non·ex·ten·sive·ly adverb
- pre·ex·ten·sive·ly adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of extensively1
Example Sentences
Both Ukrainian and Russian forces have used artillery and guided missiles extensively, to prevent enemy forces advancing and to attack supply depots and command centres.
“And one of the things that I talk about extensively, as you know Brian, in the book, is confronting the Chinese Communist Party. You and I are both sons of the Reagan Revolution,” Roberts said.
Trump spoke extensively about such retribution on the campaign trail.
So, no surprise then that Justice Chandrachud’s comment, seen by many as religious, was extensively criticised.
She grew up in a Greek family, in which the death of her brother was something they never talked about "extensively".
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