exhaustive

[ɪɡˈzɔːstɪv]

exhaustive Definition

  • 1including or considering all elements or aspects; fully comprehensive
  • 2tending to exhaust or drain something

Using exhaustive: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "exhaustive" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The report provides an exhaustive analysis of the situation.

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    He conducted an exhaustive search for his lost keys.

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    The team made an exhaustive effort to win the championship.

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    The teacher gave an exhaustive explanation of the topic.

exhaustive Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for exhaustive

Phrases with exhaustive

  • a complete and detailed list of all the items in a particular category

    Example

    The book contains an exhaustive list of all the species of birds found in the region.

  • a thorough and comprehensive investigation or analysis of a particular subject

    Example

    The researchers conducted an exhaustive study of the effects of climate change on the local ecosystem.

  • a comprehensive and exhaustive search for information on a particular topic

    Example

    The author conducted exhaustive research on the history of the region before writing the book.

Origins of exhaustive

from Latin 'exhaustus', meaning 'drained out'

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Summary: exhaustive in Brief

The term 'exhaustive' [ɪɡˈzɔːstɪv] refers to something that includes or considers all elements or aspects, often in a comprehensive and thorough manner. It can also mean something that tends to exhaust or drain something. Examples of its use include 'The report provides an exhaustive analysis of the situation,' and 'He conducted an exhaustive search for his lost keys.' The phrase 'exhaustive list' denotes a complete and detailed list of all the items in a particular category.

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