extensive
/ɪkˈstensɪv/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #5216 in the learning path
广泛的；大量的
Definitions
adj. covering many subjects or involving a large amount
广泛的；大量的
adj. covering a large physical area
辽阔的；大面积的
Example
The storm caused extensive damage to our roof.
暴风雨使我们家的屋顶大面积受损。
Extensive research is needed before governments introduce major changes to the national education system.
政府对国家教育制度进行重大改革之前，需要开展广泛研究。
Collocations
- extensive research
- extensive damage
- extensive experience
- extensive network
Word family
- extensively (adv.)
- extent (n.)
- extend (v.)
- extension (n.)
Synonyms
- wide-ranging
- broad
Antonyms
- limited
- restricted
Usage tip
强调范围广或数量多；intensive强调集中、强度高。
FAQ
- What does extensive mean?
- covering many subjects or involving a large amount covering a large physical area
- How is extensive pronounced?
- UK /ɪkˈstensɪv/, US /ɪkˈstensɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
