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sweeping

sweep·ing

sweeping

 
pronunciation:
swi pIng
parts of speech:
adjective, noun
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: having a wide or extended range; comprehensive.
a sweeping biological theory
synonyms:
comprehensive, exhaustive, far-reaching
antonyms:
focused, limited
similar words:
broad, epidemic, extensive, inclusive, large-scale, thoroughgoing, wide
definition 2: passing over an extended area.
a sweeping mass of clouds
synonyms:
widespread
similar words:
expansive, extended, extensive
definition 3: curving in motion or contour.
synonyms:
curvy
similar words:
contoured, flowing
definition 4: of contest results, overwhelming; one-sided.
a sweeping victory
synonyms:
one-sided, overwhelming
antonyms:
narrow
similar words:
decisive, out-and-out, outright, unqualified
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part of speech: noun
definition: the action of one that sweeps.
synonyms:
sweep
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derivation: sweepingly (adv.)