Definition

The quality or state of being large in size, amount, or scope.

Example

The extensiveness of the research project allowed for a thorough understanding of the topic.

Conversation

Have you seen the extensiveness of that new library's collection?

Yeah, I heard it's huge!

It's impressive how they managed to gather such a wide range of books.

I know! We should go check it out together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Extensiveness → It is formed from "extens-" (from Latin "extendere", meaning to stretch out) and "-iveness" (meaning the quality of). The word "extensiveness" refers to the quality of being extensive or having a wide range.

Memory Tip

Think of 'stretching out' ('extens-') to remember that 'extensiveness' means having a wide range or quality.

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