The book is full of far-flung theories without any basis in scientific fact.
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Far-flung
/ˌfɑːˈflʌŋ/
Synonyms for "far-flung" (27 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (6)
Strong matches (8)
Adjective(1 words)
Adjective(1 words)
faraway place
Related words (13)
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: broad, diffuse, distant, distant, extended.
- Sentence evidence is available for far-flung, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from derived_reverse, wordnet.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "far-flung".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "far-flung"
Keep "far-flung" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "far-flung" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "far-flung", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "far-flung" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
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2 entriesSample sentences
8 total sentences available.
Yanni traveled to far-flung destinations in search of big game. He was a good hunter.
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Forms of Animism were the mainstay in ancient Philippines, even as a marginal far-flung domain of ancient Buddho-Hindu Srivijaya. As the Muslims converted natives in the south of the Philippines, then later as Roman Catholics converted natives in the north, Animism diminished.
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Studying Latinate languages has been a stream of joy for me: I have learned at different levels the languages Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, Catalan, Chabacano (Chavacano), Elefen, Interlingua, Kreyòl, and Esperanto, but I have encountered them not in this order. In the Philippines, my native Tagalog from childhood has Spanish words embedded in it. I eventually took Spanish at university in BC. I had introductory French in Grade 5 on Lulu Island, continued it in high school, then in post-secondary education. I have learned the rest autodidactically. I have reading strength in my languages, but not much in speaking, except in Esperanto, in which I have attained a high level, partly due to my participation in various clubs. I enjoy reading novels in the different languages, especially in the genres of science fiction and fantasy, as I immerse myself in far-flung worlds. Romanian is for me still a vampiric curiosity, which I have not explored much. Additionally, I am curious also about Ladino, also known as Judeo-Spanish. Interestingly, I know how to pronounce Classical Latin.
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Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "far-flung"?
Closest matches include broad, diffuse, distant, distant, extended.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "far-flung"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.