Extensive

9 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Covering a large area, range, or amount. Extensive describes something that is wide-reaching, comprehensive, or substantial in scope.

“The detective conducted an extensive investigation that lasted several months.”

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Four E's with X; EX- prefix and -IVE ending

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Worth 19 points; X (8pts) and V (4pts) score well together

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