Synonyms for

Extending

Verb / ɪˈkstendɪŋ / Another word for extending — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Extending means making something longer or stretching it out.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

expanding broadening enlarging amplifying

Informal

stretching lengthening adding to beefing up

Literary

unfurling prolonging

Antonyms

contracting shrinking reducing shortening withdrawing receding

Common collocations

  • extending credit
  • extending the deadline
  • extending its reach
  • extending an invitation
  • extending a hand
  • extending the warranty
  • extending the contract

Word family

noun extension
verb extend
adjective extensive
adverb extensively

Usage note

The word 'extending' often implies making something longer in space or time, or making it broader in scope. It can also mean offering something, like an invitation or help.

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Example sentences

  1. I am extending my hand to shake yours.
  2. The teacher is extending the deadline for the project.
  3. The bridge is extending over the river.
  4. The cat is extending its claws to scratch the furniture.
  5. The athlete is extending his leg to kick the ball.

Quotes

  • We must extend our hand to help others.
  • Extending kindness to others can make a big difference.
  • The possibilities of extending a person's life lie in the advancements of medicine.

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