far-reaching

[ fahr-ree-ching ]

adjective

1. extending far in influence, effect, etc.:

   the far-reaching effect of his speech.

far-reaching

adjective

1. extensive in influence, effect, or range

Other Words From

• far-reaching·ly adverb
• far-reaching·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of far-reaching¹

First recorded in 1815–25

Related Words

• extensive
• important
• momentous
• pervasive
• significant
• sweeping