ALL-EMBRACING Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

all-embracing

adjective

ˌȯ-lim-ˈbrā-siŋ

Definition of all-embracing

as in comprehensive

covering everything or all important points an all-embracing explanation for the great diversity of life on the planet

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Recent Examples of all-embracing This unexpected ending shifts the narrative from military triumph to spiritually discerning and expressing God’s all-embracing love. — Liesl Ehmke, Christian Science Monitor, 29 June 2026 Then as now, his view of music was an all-embracing one that knew no stylistic boundaries. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Jan. 2024 The theme of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, ‘United by Music,’ announced both the annual musical extravaganza’s all-embracing intentions and its status as a joint endeavor. — Mike McCahill, Variety, 14 May 2023 But if life with father was so all-embracing, why then did Daisy Dawes need to tote a gun, or for that matter come here to Eloise’s Night Light to drink, dialogue, and make merry, or meditate three times a week? — Anne Fadiman, Harper’s Magazine , 17 Feb. 2023

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Adjective

However, the database is far from comprehensive and represents about a fifth of Homeland Security's workforce, which staffs a little more than 220,000 people.

— Vanessa Romo, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026
The others asserted vested development rights and reliance on county representations, leaving only the comprehensive plan challenge, which asserted that commissioners wrongly rejected housing that complied with the county’s growth policies.

— Sarah Kinbar, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of comprehensive

Adjective

There’s a small plunge pool, a compact fitness center, and a rooftop spa where the jacuzzi offers a panoramic view of the Caribbean Sea.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026
Mountain Townhome, Jackson Hole You (and nine of your friends and family members) will be situated right at the Snow King Mountain, with offers panoramic views from nearly everywhere in this spacious townhouse.

— Vogue, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of panoramic

Adjective

The full report says 12% of the scams reported in the survey involved AI or a deepfake.

— Muskaan Arshad, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Some Ukrainian officials told the newspaper that the system had not been restored to full functionality but was working at higher speeds than under the cap.

— Reuters, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of full

Adjective

Viva Voce Size-inclusive fashion marketplace Viva Voce has named Good-Loop founder Amy Williams CEO as the company looks to scale its community of independent brands and shoppers.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026
Even at a time when golf is exploding in popularity, and greens fees are rising at the same rate, getting in a round at East Potomac is an inclusive experience.

— Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of inclusive

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