<p><strong>Adjective</strong></p><ul><li>of large scope; covering or involving much; inclusive: a comprehensive study of world affairs.</li><li>comprehending or thoroughly understanding with one's mind; having an extensive mental range or grasp, as of a particular subject or many subjects.</li><li>Insurance. covering or providing broad protection against loss.</li></ul><p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>none comprehensives.</li><li>Also called comprehensive examination.</li><li>Informal, none comps.</li><li>an examination of extensive coverage given to measure a student's general progress, proficiency in their major field of study, or the like.</li><li>the detailed layout of an advertisement, showing placement of photographs, illustrations, copy, etc., as for presentation to a client.</li></ul>