Exhaustiveness: meaning, definitions and examples
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exhaustiveness
[ ɪɡˈzɔːstɪvnəs ]
in research
The quality of being thorough and comprehensive, leaving no detail overlooked. Exhaustiveness is essential in conducting a successful research project.
Synonyms
comprehensiveness, meticulousness, thoroughness.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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exhaustiveness |
Use when describing something that covers all aspects or details without leaving anything out.
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thoroughness |
Appropriate for situations that require careful attention to detail, ensuring that nothing is missed or overlooked.
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comprehensiveness |
Best for situations requiring overall inclusion of all necessary parts or aspects. Usually refers to a broader, more general inclusion.
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meticulousness |
Ideal for emphasizing careful attention to detail. Often used to describe someone who is very precise and concerned with accuracy.
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Examples of usage
- Her exhaustive study of the topic impressed the academic community.
- The exhaustiveness of his research was evident in the extensive bibliography he provided.
in testing
The degree to which a test covers all aspects of the subject matter. Exhaustiveness in testing ensures that all possible scenarios are considered.
Synonyms
completeness, comprehensiveness, thoroughness.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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exhaustiveness |
Used when emphasizing that every possible detail, aspect, or element has been covered.
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completeness |
Appropriate when highlighting that something is finished or without any parts missing.
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thoroughness |
Used to emphasize meticulous attention to detail in covering every part or aspect of something.
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comprehensiveness |
Best used when indicating that something includes all or nearly all elements, aspects, or information.
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Examples of usage
- The software was tested for exhaustiveness to guarantee its reliability.
- They performed an exhaustive evaluation of the product to identify any potential issues.
Translations
Translations of the word "exhaustiveness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 exaustividade
🇮🇳 सम्पूर्णता
🇩🇪 Vollständigkeit
🇮🇩 kelengkapan
🇺🇦 вичерпність
🇵🇱 wyczerpującość
🇯🇵 包括性(ほうかつせい)
🇫🇷 exhaustivité
🇪🇸 exhaustividad
🇹🇷 kapsamlılık
🇰🇷 포괄성
🇸🇦 الشمولية
🇨🇿 vyčerpávající povaha
🇸🇰 vyčerpávajúcnosť
🇨🇳 全面性
🇸🇮 izčrpnost
🇮🇸 ítarlegheit
🇰🇿 толықтық
🇬🇪 სრულიადობა
🇦🇿 ətraflılıq
🇲🇽 exhaustividad
Etymology
The word 'exhaustiveness' originated from the verb 'exhaust', which comes from the Latin word 'exhaustus', meaning 'drained out'. The concept of exhaustiveness has been valued in various fields such as research, testing, and analysis, where thoroughness and comprehensive coverage are essential for success.
See also: exhaust, exhausted, exhaustible, exhausting, exhaustion, exhaustively, inexhaustible.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #38,332, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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- 38329 fanlight
- 38330 challengingly
- 38331 outmaneuver
- 38332 exhaustiveness
- 38333 demystified
- 38334 untidily
- 38335 minatory
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