B1nounacademic
US/ɪkˈstent/
UK/ɪkˈstent/
how large, important or serious something is
In context
We don't yet know the full extent of the damage.
To some extent, I agree with your point.
The extent of the flooding surprised even the experts.
Words that go with extent
noun + preposition
- to some extentTo some extent, money can buy happiness.
- extent ofDoctors checked the extent of his injuries.
- to a large extentSuccess depends to a large extent on hard work.
- to what extentTo what extent do you agree with this statement?
adjective + noun
- full extentThe full extent of the problem is unclear.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I agree with you in some extent.Correct: I agree with you to some extent.