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Synonyms & Similar Words
integrated
comprehensive
complete
entire
whole
total
unified
all-inclusive
inclusive
global
universal
thorough
exhaustive
overall
aggregate
combined
coordinated
unified
multidisciplinary
interdisciplinary
all-encompassing
broad
expansive
extensive
sweeping
far-reaching
wide-ranging
encompassing
embracing
integral
composite
amalgamated
merged
consolidated
synthesized
Meaning of Holistic
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "holistic" refers to a philosophy or approach that emphasizes the importance of the whole and the interdependence of its parts.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "holistic" as relating to or concerned with wholes or with complete systems rather than with their parts.
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines "holistic" as considering the whole of something, rather than just a part of it, and how all the parts of something are connected and affect each other.
Example Uses
- The holistic approach to medicine considers the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of a patient.
- The company adopted a holistic marketing strategy that integrated social media, advertising, and public relations.
- The teacher used a holistic method of evaluation that assessed not only the students' academic performance but also their social and emotional development.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
reductive
narrow
limited
restricted
fragmented
partial
incomplete
isolated
disconnected
separate
detached
individual
solo
singular
specialized
specific
localized
sectional
partisan
biased
one-sided
discriminatory