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

Example Sentences

But the senior Air Force official expressed deep skepticism that such a weapon could be both small and far-reaching.

From The Daily Beast

Once a girl's self-esteem is crushed, the effects are far reaching and long lasting.

From The Daily Beast

The closure of transport was a perfect example of the far-reaching consequences of clashes in the disputed capital.

From The Daily Beast

This corrupt bargain results in a decade-long stasis, with far-reaching implications.

From The Daily Beast

The Volcker Rule, a component of the far-reaching Dodd-Frank law, required large banks to cut back on proprietary trading.

From The Daily Beast

The consequence of this was far-reaching, for Victor, like Ney, refused in future to work in conjunction with Soult.

From Project Gutenberg

This one detail—the substitution of springs for weights—has had a far-reaching effect upon organ music.

From Project Gutenberg

The magnitude and the far-reaching results of his work are coming to be more and more appreciated by the English people.

From Project Gutenberg

But withal it was a quiet, orderly gathering of the men, women, and children of the little city and its far-reaching suburbs.

From Project Gutenberg

Half stunned, the orphan plunged madly forward and took a far-reaching aim at the old tutor.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

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