weitreichend
far-reaching
So, dass es große Wirkung hat oder viele Dinge betrifft.
The German word "weitreichend" is an adjective formed from two parts: "weit" meaning "wide" or "far", and "reichend" (from "reichen") meaning "reaching". Together, it translates to "far-reaching" or "extensive".
Similar words:
- umfangreich (comprehensive, extensive)
- bedeutend (significant)
- tiefgreifend (profound, far-reaching)
Difference:
- weitreichend emphasizes a large scope or broad impact.
- umfangreich refers more to quantity or size.
- bedeutend focuses on importance, not necessarily scope.
- tiefgreifend implies depth and intensity of impact, often more fundamental change than "weitreichend".
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Examples
Diese Entscheidung hat weitreichende Konsequenzen.adjective
This decision has far-reaching consequences.
Die weitreichende Entscheidung hat große Auswirkungen.adjective
The far-reaching decision has major consequences.
Die Auswirkungen des Vulkanausbruchs sind weitreichend.adjective
The consequences of the volcano eruption are far-reaching.
Sein weitreichendes Wissen beeindruckte alle Kollegen tief.adjective
His far-reaching knowledge deeply impressed all of his colleagues.
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