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- [kom-pri-hen-siv]
- /ˌkɒm prɪˈhɛn sɪv/
- /ˌkɒm.prɪˈhen.sɪv.li/
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- [kom-pri-hen-siv]
- /ˌkɒm prɪˈhɛn sɪv/
Definitions of comprehensively word
- adverb comprehensively Something that is done comprehensively is done thoroughly. 3
- adjective comprehensively of large scope; covering or involving much; inclusive: a comprehensive study of world affairs. 1
- adjective comprehensively comprehending or thoroughly understanding with one's mind; having an extensive mental range or grasp, as of a particular subject or many subjects. 1
- adjective comprehensively Insurance. covering or providing broad protection against loss. 1
- noun comprehensively Often, comprehensives. Also called comprehensive examination. an examination of extensive coverage given to measure a student's general progress, proficiency in his or her major field of study, or the like. 1
- noun comprehensively the detailed layout of an advertisement, showing placement of photographs, illustrations, copy, etc., as for presentation to a client. Compare visual (def 7). 1
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Origin of comprehensively
First appearance:
before 1605 One of the 40% oldest English words
From the Late Latin word comprehēnsīvus, dating back to 1605-15. See comprehension, -ive
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Parts of speech for Comprehensively
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comprehensively popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 59% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
comprehensively usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for comprehensively
adv comprehensively
- unconditionally — not limited by conditions; absolute: an unconditional promise.
- ultimately — last; furthest or farthest; ending a process or series: the ultimate point in a journey; the ultimate style in hats.
- perfectly — in a perfect manner or to a perfect degree: to sing an aria perfectly.
- absolutely — Absolutely means totally and completely.
- fully — entirely or wholly: You should be fully done with the work by now.
adverb comprehensively
- adequately — as much or as good as necessary for some requirement or purpose; fully sufficient, suitable, or fit (often followed by to or for): This car is adequate to our needs. adequate food for fifty people.
- sufficiently — adequate for the purpose; enough: sufficient proof; sufficient protection.
- commodiously — In a commodious manner.
Antonyms for comprehensively
adv comprehensively
- partially — being such in part only; not total or general; incomplete: partial blindness; a partial payment of a debt.
- incompletely — not complete; lacking some part.
- partly — in part; to some extent or degree; partially; not wholly: His statement is partly true.
- inadequately — not adequate or sufficient; inept or unsuitable.
- insufficiently — not sufficient; lacking in what is necessary or required: an insufficient answer.
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