scope
Translation
scope, range, extent, opportunity
Examples
The scope of the project is too large.
The scope of the project is too large.
There is little scope for creativity here.
There is little scope for creativity here.
He looked through the rifle's scope.
He looked through the rifle's scope.
Grammar Patterns
((the scope of sth.)) the range or extent of (sth.) The scope of the study is limited.
((scope for sth.)) the opportunity for (sth.) There is scope for improvement.
Similar Words
Synonyms: range, extent, reach, opportunity
Etymology
From Greek 'skopos' meaning 'watcher' or 'target'. It's the same root in words like telescope and microscope.
Memory Tips
Think of a tele*scope*, which helps you see a wider *scope* (range) of things.