Extensively: meaning, definitions and examples
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extensively
[ ɪkˈstɛnsɪvli ]
used to describe the degree or extent of something
To a great extent or degree; widely; comprehensively.
Synonyms
broadly, comprehensively, thoroughly
Examples of usage
- She researched extensively before writing her thesis.
- The company is known for extensively testing their products before releasing them to the market.
used to describe the frequency of an action
In a detailed or thorough manner; with great attention to every detail.
Synonyms
carefully, diligently, meticulously, thoroughly
Examples of usage
- He checked the document extensively to ensure there were no errors.
- The team discussed the project extensively before making a decision.
Translations
Translations of the word "extensively" in other languages:
🇵🇹 extensivamente
🇮🇳 व्यापक रूप से
🇩🇪 ausführlich
🇮🇩 secara luas
🇺🇦 широко
🇵🇱 obszernie
🇯🇵 広範に
🇫🇷 extensivement
🇪🇸 extensamente
🇹🇷 geniş çapta
🇰🇷 광범위하게
🇸🇦 على نطاق واسع
🇨🇿 rozsáhle
🇸🇰 rozsiahlo
🇨🇳 广泛地
🇸🇮 obsežno
🇮🇸 ítarlega
🇰🇿 кеңінен
🇬🇪 ფართოდ
🇦🇿 geniş şəkildə
🇲🇽 extensamente
Word origin
The word 'extensively' originated from the Latin word 'extensus', which means 'wide' or 'broad'. Over time, it evolved to its current usage in English to describe something that is done in great detail or to a large extent. The adverb 'extensively' has been in use for centuries, reflecting the human tendency to explore, investigate, and analyze things comprehensively.