encyclopedic
adjective (also encyclopaedic) /ɪnˌsaɪ.kləˈpiː.dɪk/Definition
› containing a lot of informationDetailed and careful › covering a large range of knowledge, often in great detail: her encyclopedic knowledge of FranceDetailed and careful
(Definition of encyclopedic adjective from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- blow-by-blow adjective
- detail noun (INFORMATION)
- detailed adjective
- diligent adjective
- elaborate adjective
- fine-tooth comb noun
- intimate adjective (EXPERT)
- intricate adjective
- meticulous adjective
- minutely adverb
- nice adjective (SLIGHTLY DIFFERENT)
- nicety noun
- painstakingly adverb
- precise adjective (CAREFUL)
- studious adjective (CAREFUL)
- thorough adjective (CAREFUL)
- thoroughgoing adjective
- thoroughly adverb (VERY MUCH)
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