Definition

The quality of being thorough and complete, covering all aspects or details without leaving anything out.

Example

The exhaustiveness of the report impressed the committee, as it addressed every possible concern.

Conversation

I was reading that report, and I was surprised by its exhaustiveness.

Yeah, it really covers every detail you could think of.

I appreciate when things are that thorough; it makes understanding easier.

Absolutely! It saves us from having to dig for more information later.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exhaustiveness → It is formed from "exhaust" (from Latin "exhaurire", meaning to draw out or drain) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "exhaustiveness" refers to the quality of being thorough or complete, as if all has been drawn out or considered.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'exhaust' which means to draw out completely, and remember that 'exhaustiveness' refers to the state of being completely thorough.

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