English · Adjectives
comprehensive
/ˌkɒm.prɪˈhen.sɪv/
[/ˌkɒm.prɪˈhen.sɪv/]
complete and thorough
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Complete and including all or nearly all relevant elements, details, or aspects.
Example
The report offered a comprehensive overview of every department's performance last year.
The report offered a comprehensive overview of every department's performance last year.
Etymology
From Latin 'comprehendere' (to grasp, include).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in academic, business, and policy writing about scope.