What does lengthy mean?
Lengthy means Having length; long and overextended, especially in time rather than dimension..
Lengthy
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Having length; long and overextended, especially in time rather than dimension..
Definitions by Sense
- Having length; long and overextended, especially in time rather than dimension.
- Speaking or writing at length; long-winded.
Example Sentences
a lengthy text
a lengthy discussion
a laborious and lengthy process
She died last night after a lengthy illness.
They received lengthy prison terms.
They traced the ancient lineages of two species to reveal the insects' lengthy history of asexual reproduction.
“In light of the current state of our country, I struggled to find the right words of wisdom for you today,” Obama says in her lengthiest public remarks to date about the protests taking place in the wake of the killing of George Floyd.
Without the help of the IEEPA, the Trump administration would have to take a slower approach, launching lengthier trade investigations and abiding by other trade laws to back the tariff threats.
Synonyms for lengthy
Antonyms for lengthy
Related Words
Word Forms
- lengthier
- lengthiest
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for lengthy?
Common synonyms include prolonged, protracted, extended, long.
What is the opposite of lengthy?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use lengthy in a sentence?
a lengthy text
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