broad-reaching

[/brɔːd ˈriːtʃɪŋ/]
adjective
de grande alcance
1. Having a wide scope or extensive impact; affecting or influencing many people, areas, or aspects
The new policy has broad-reaching implications for the entire industry.
A nova política tem implicações de grande alcance para toda a indústria.
2. Comprehensive in nature; covering a wide range of topics or subjects
The study conducted a broad-reaching analysis of consumer behavior.
O estudo realizou uma análise de grande alcance do comportamento do consumidor.
3. Far-reaching in effect or consequence; having widespread consequences
The government announced broad-reaching reforms to the healthcare system.
O governo anunciou reformas de grande alcance no sistema de saúde.
This term is commonly used in business, policy, and academic contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese to describe initiatives or changes that have significant effects across multiple sectors or populations. It carries a formal, professional tone and is frequently found in news reports, corporate announcements, and government statements.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
far-reachingextensivewidespreadcomprehensivesweepingvast
Antonyms / Antônimos
narrowlimitedrestrictedlocalizedspecific

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
de grande alcance
Most common and standard translation
Brazil
de amplo alcance
Alternative formal usage
Portugal
de grande alcance
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, standard usage
Portugal
abrangente
Alternative form emphasizing comprehensive nature

Related Words

broadreachscopeimpactextensivecomprehensivewidespread

Related Idioms & Phrases

broad-reaching impact
broad-reaching consequences
broad-reaching implications
broad-reaching reforms
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