all-encompassing
The conference offered an all-encompassing view of modern technology trends.
The conference covered all aspects of modern technology trends comprehensively.
including or involving everything; comprehensive
Her knowledge of the subject was all-encompassing, leaving no detail unexplored.
She knew everything about the subject, covering every possible detail.
The museum's collection is all-encompassing, featuring artifacts from every era.
The museum's collection is very broad, including items from all historical periods.
Often used to describe something that is thorough or complete in scope.
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Usage Tip
Use 'all-encompassing' to emphasize thoroughness or completeness in a formal context.
Word Origin
From 'all' (every) + 'encompass' (to surround or include). First recorded in the mid-19th century.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal contexts to describe something that covers all aspects of a subject or area.