Meaning
The word "extensive" describes something that covers a large area or involves a great amount, often used to indicate thoroughness or comprehensiveness.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "extensive" with "intensive," which refers to a high degree of focus rather than a large scope.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Anna
decided
to
repaint
her
small
kitchen
last
weekend
.
She
made
an
extensive
plan
before
she
started
,
listing
colours
,
tools
and
the
time
each
task
would
take
.
Her
neighbour
helped
with
moving
the
furniture
,
and
they
worked
slowly
to
avoid
mistakes
.
By
Sunday
evening
the
walls
looked
brighter
and
the
room
felt
larger
,
just
as
Anna
had
hoped
.
She
was
pleased
that
the
careful
preparation
saved
time
and
reduced
stress
.
Common Phrases
extensive research
extensive experience
extensive knowledge
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