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extensively

 

[ ɪkˈstɛnsɪvli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

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.
Context #2 | Adverb

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

Etymology

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.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,733, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.