Rozsiahly

Rozsiahly is a Slovak adjective meaning extensive, broad, or wide-ranging. It describes something as large in scope or area, such as a territory, a study, a project, or a body of knowledge. The term conveys a sense of breadth and completeness that goes beyond merely being big; it emphasizes the overall coverage or reach of the subject. In English, close equivalents are extensive, vast, or broad.

Etymology and grammar: Rozsiahly is derived from a verb form meaning to extend or reach, with the prefix roz- adding a sense of unfolding or spreading. The word has gendered forms to agree with nouns: rozsiahly (masculine singular), rozsiahla (feminine singular), and rozsiahle (neuter singular). In plural and with different noun classes, standard Slovak adjective inflection applies, so forms will vary according to gender and number.

Usage notes: Rozsiahly is commonly found in formal, descriptive, or encyclopedic language. It is often used when the breadth of something is a defining characteristic, such as “rozsiahly projekt,” “rozsiahla štúdia,” or “rozsiahle územie.” It is more specific about scope than synonyms like veľký or široký and can imply complexity or comprehensiveness.

Related terms: In Czech, the cognate form is rozsáhlý, with similar meaning. English equivalents include extensive, expansive, and far-reaching. Rozsiahly remains a staple in descriptive prose where the breadth of a subject is noteworthy.