extensively

adverb B2

Meaning

The adverb "extensively" means to a large or great extent, often used to indicate thoroughness or wide-ranging coverage in various contexts.
💡 A common mistake is using "extensively" when "intensively" is more appropriate, as the latter implies a focus on depth rather than breadth.

Example Sentences

Have you researched this topic extensively before writing your report ?
I have studied this topic extensively for my exam .
The report was extensively reviewed before submission to the committee .
The report was extensively reviewed before the final version was published .

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