sweeping
Translation
wide-ranging, extensive, broad
Examples
The government proposed sweeping changes.
The government proposed sweeping changes.
The room has a sweeping view of the ocean.
The room has a sweeping view of the ocean.
She dismissed my idea with a sweeping gesture.
She dismissed my idea with a sweeping gesture.
Grammar Patterns
a sweeping ((noun)) wide-ranging or extensive The government proposed sweeping changes.
a sweeping ((noun)) having a long, continuous curve She made a sweeping gesture.
Similar Words
Synonyms: broad, extensive, wide-ranging; Antonyms: narrow, limited
Etymology
From the verb 'to sweep', implying a motion that covers a wide area.
Memory Tips
Think of a broom's 'sweeping' motion covering a large area. This relates to 'sweeping' changes or views.