the complete measure
Definitions
The full extent, total amount, or entire scope of something.
The maximum degree or complete limit of a quality or quantity.
Examples
The architect took the complete measure of the room to ensure the custom furniture would fit perfectly.
He was unable to grasp the complete measure of the tragedy until he visited the site himself.
Synonyms
the full extent the entire scope the total amount the absolute maximum the whole breadth
Antonyms
the minor fraction the smallest part the negligible amount the incomplete portion