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- [fahr-ree-ching]
- /ˈfɑrˈri tʃɪŋ/
- /ˌfɑːˈriː.tʃɪŋ/
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- [fahr-ree-ching]
- /ˈfɑrˈri tʃɪŋ/
Definitions of far-reaching word
- adjective far-reaching extending far in influence, effect, etc.: the far-reaching effect of his speech. 1
- adjective far-reaching having an extensive influence 1
- adjective far-reaching If you describe actions, events, or changes as far-reaching, you mean that they have a very great influence and affect a great number of things. 0
- adjective far-reaching extensive in influence, effect, or range 0
- adjective far-reaching having a wide range, extent, influence, or effect 0
- adjective far-reaching Having a broad or widespread range, scope or influence. 0
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Origin of far-reaching
First appearance:
before 1815 One of the 39% newest English words
First recorded in 1815-25
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Parts of speech for Far-reaching
noun
adjective
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adverb
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far-reaching popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 70% 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.
Synonyms for far-reaching
adj far-reaching
- pervasive — spread throughout: The corruption is so pervasive that it is accepted as the way to do business.
- important — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
- significant — important; of consequence.
- sweeping — of wide range or scope.
- momentous — of great or far-reaching importance or consequence: a momentous day.
Antonyms for far-reaching
adj far-reaching
- insignificant — unimportant, trifling, or petty: Omit the insignificant details.
- trivial — of very little importance or value; insignificant: Don't bother me with trivial matters.
- unimportant — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
- incomprehensible — impossible to understand or comprehend; unintelligible.
- limited — confined within limits; restricted or circumscribed: a limited space; limited resources.
Top questions with far-reaching
- what does far-reaching mean?
- which was a far-reaching effect of the crusades?
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