encompassing
adjectiveformal/ɐ.bɐɾ.ˈkɐ̃.tɨ/medium
a·bar·can·te
Definition
That encompasses or includes a wide range or variety; broad, comprehensive.
The book provides an encompassing overview of European history.
Her research is encompassing in its scope.
Common collocations
encompassing viewencompassing study
Etymology
Do espanhol 'abarcante' ou do verbo 'abarcar' + -ante.