the degree or limit of something; how great or severe something is
He ate to such an extent that he became overweight.
The extent of the damage caused by the earthquake became clear as rescue teams assessed the affected areas.
She was unaware of the extent of her influence on the team until they expressed their gratitude during her farewell.
The report detailed the extent of the financial losses incurred during the economic downturn.
Understanding the full extent of the environmental impact required comprehensive research and analysis.
