comprehensive scope

[kəm-ˈpre-hen-siv skōp]
noun phrasepl: comprehensive scopes
alcance abrangente
1. The full extent or range of something that includes all relevant elements, details, or areas
The project has a comprehensive scope that covers all departments.
O projeto tem um alcance abrangente que cobre todos os departamentos.
2. A detailed and inclusive plan or outline that encompasses everything necessary for completion
We need to establish a comprehensive scope of work before starting.
Precisamos estabelecer um alcance abrangente de trabalho antes de começar.
3. The boundaries and limits of what a project, study, or initiative will address
The comprehensive scope of the research included urban and rural areas.
O alcance abrangente da pesquisa incluiu áreas urbanas e rurais.
This term is widely used in Brazilian and American business environments, particularly in project management, consulting, and academic research. In Brazil, 'escopo abrangente' is increasingly popular in corporate settings influenced by international business practices, while 'alcance abrangente' remains the standard in government and general usage.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
broad scopeextensive scopefull scopewide rangecomplete coverage
Antonyms / Antônimos
limited scopenarrow scoperestricted scopepartial coverage

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alcance abrangente
Most common translation in business and academic contexts
São Paulo
escopo abrangente
Technical term used in project management and corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
alcance completo
Alternative expression emphasizing completeness
Portugal
âmbito abrangente
Preferred term in European Portuguese, more formal usage

Related Words

scope of workproject scopescope definitionscope management

Related Idioms & Phrases

within the scope of
beyond the scope of
scope creep
expand the scope
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