How to Pronounce "exhaustive"
word
ɪɡˈzɔstɪv
ig-ZAW-stiv
ɛɡzˈɔːstɪv
eg-ZAW-stiv
Definition
Covering every possible detail or aspect; very thorough and complete.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪɡˈzɔstɪv
British English
ɛɡzˈɔːstɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ig-ZAW-stiv
UK
eg-ZAW-stiv
Listen in Context
The report is exhaustive and covers every detail.
We made an exhaustive list of all the supplies needed.
She did an exhaustive search for her lost keys.
That was an exhaustive explanation—you answered every question I had.