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comprehensively

adv.
C1 Advanced US //ˌkɑmpɹɪˈhɛnsɪvɫi// UK //kˌɒmpɹɪhˈɛnsɪvli// com·pre·hen·sive·ly

adv. in a way that covers everything or explains something in great detail. You use this when you want to say that something is complete or thorough.

adv. in a manner that covers all aspects or details; thoroughly. Often used to describe coverage in journalism or the depth of an explanation.


SIMPLE

The new guide explains the rules comprehensively.

CONTEXTUAL

The newspaper provided a comprehensively detailed report on the accident that occurred last night.

COMPLEX

To ensure the project's success, the team must comprehensively review the existing data before making any final decisions regarding the budget.

Antonyms
Origin

From comprehensive + -ly.

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