extent
1 of 1noun/ɪkˈstɛnt/
Forms:extents
1
the point or degree to which something extends
2
size or scale of an object, space, or area
- The extent of the damage caused by the storm was evident in the fallen trees and damaged buildings.
- We were surprised by the extent of the mountain range visible from the lookout point.
- The extent of the desert's vastness was overwhelming as far as the eye could see.
- We were amazed by the extent of the underground cave system we explored on our hike.
- The extent of the universe's vastness is beyond comprehension.