Cool MateMeaning of Extensively
in a way that covers a large area
In simple words: In a very detailed and wide-ranging way.
Extensively in a sentence
- She has travelled extensively.
- He has written extensively on contemporary art.
- a spice used extensively in Eastern cooking
How to use Extensively
Use 'extensively' when describing actions that are done in-depth or in a large scope. It is appropriate in both spoken and written contexts but may feel overly formal in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
extensively + verb
Memory hint
Think of 'extend' — something that is stretched out wide or long.
Related words
Collocations with Extensively
- research extensively
- study extensively
- travel extensively
- document extensively
Synonyms for Extensively
- thoroughly
- thoroughly
- thoroughgoing
- thoroughbred
Opposites of Extensively
- superficially
- shallowly
Common mistakes with Extensively
- Confuse with 'intensively' which means deeply focused but not necessarily wide in scope.
- Using it in a sentence where the action isn't broad or detailed enough.
- Incorrectly using it as a noun instead of an adverb.
Extensively appears in
Extensively in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
على نطاق واسع
بشكل مفصل وشامل للغاية.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বিস্তৃতভাবে
খুব বিস্তারিত এবং বিস্তৃতভাবে।
- GermanDeutsch
Ausgiebig
Sehr detailliert und umfassend.
- SpanishEspañol
Ampliamente, Extensamente
De forma muy detallada y de amplio alcance.
- Persianفارسی
به طور گسترده
به روشی بسیار دقیق و وسیع.
- FrenchFrançais
Extensivement
De manière très détaillée et très large.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बड़े पैमाने पर
बहुत विस्तृत और व्यापक तरीके से।
- ItalianItaliano
Ampiamente, Estensivamente
In modo molto dettagliato e di vasta portata.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Extensivamente
De um jeito bem detalhado e abrangente.
- RussianРусский
Extensively
Очень подробно и широко.
- Urduاردو
وسیع پیمانے پر، بہت زیادہ
بہت تفصیلی اور وسیع انداز میں۔
- Chinese中文
Extensively
非常详细和广泛地。
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Frequently asked questions about Extensively
What does Extensively mean?
In a very detailed and wide-ranging way.
What is the definition of Extensively?
in a way that covers a large area
How do you use Extensively in a sentence?
She has travelled extensively.
Can you give another example of Extensively?
He has written extensively on contemporary art.
What are synonyms for Extensively?
Common alternatives include thoroughly, thoroughly, thoroughgoing, thoroughbred.
What is the opposite of Extensively?
Opposite meanings include superficially, shallowly.
What words go with Extensively?
It commonly pairs with research extensively, study extensively, travel extensively, document extensively.
What are common mistakes when using Extensively?
Confuse with 'intensively' which means deeply focused but not necessarily wide in scope. Using it in a sentence where the action isn't broad or detailed enough. Incorrectly using it as a noun instead of an adverb.
How do you pronounce Extensively?
US: /["/ɪkˈstensɪvli/"]/, UK: /["/ɪkˈstensɪvli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Extensively?
Use 'extensively' when describing actions that are done in-depth or in a large scope. It is appropriate in both spoken and written contexts but may feel overly formal in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Extensively?
"Extensively" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.