extent
/ɪkˈstɛnt/extent
NOUNDefinition of extent
You use "to an extent" to explain how true something is or how much it happens.
Example: The US and, to a lesser extent, Britain have controlled the meeting.
The extent of something is how far it goes, how much area it covers, or how much it does.
Example: Now he could see the full extent of the island, stretching away to the south.
extent
EXAMPLESExamples of extent
The US and, to a lesser extent, Britain have controlled the meeting.
Example sentenceI think our success will depend, to a certain extent, on getting enough money.
Example sentenceNow he could see the full extent of the island, stretching away to the south.
Example sentenceThe purpose of this study was to assess the extent of alcohol use among the community college student population.
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