ex|pan´sive|ness

ex|pan´sive|ness
ex|pan|sive «ehk SPAN sihv», adjective.
1. capable of expanding; tending to expand: »

expansive gases.

SYNONYM(S): dilatable.
2. capable of causing expansion: »

the expansive force of heat.

3. expanding over or occupying a large surface or space; wide; spreading: »

an expansive lake.

SYNONYM(S): broad, extensive.
4. Figurative. taking in much or many things; having a wide range; comprehensive: »

an expansive view of history.

SYNONYM(S): broad, extensive.
5. Figurative. showing one's feelings freely and openly; unrestrained; demonstrative; effusive: »

Her expansive personality made it easy for her to make friends.

6. of or having to do with expansion, especially (of an engine, process, or economy) involving or depending upon the principle of expansion: »

Figurative. During the expansive phase, the growth of construction is little affected by a general decline in business (Atlantic).

7. Psychiatry. (of mood or behavior) characterized by excessive euphoria, self-confidence, talkativeness, or other indication of a feeling of security.
–ex|pan´sive|ly, adverb.
–ex|pan´sive|ness, noun.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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