Synonyms for

Lengths

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

Definition

The measurement or extent of something from end to end.

Synonyms & similar words

distance duration length distance dimension measurement size width height breadth depth span reach extension longness stretch extent expanse scope measurement range spread magnitude

Synonyms by register

Formal

extents expanses ranges

Informal

ways degrees amounts

Literary

breadths vastnesses

Antonyms

shortness brevity littleness scantiness sparseness

Common collocations

  • great lengths
  • considerable lengths
  • extreme lengths
  • full lengths
  • these lengths
  • such lengths
  • certain lengths
  • various lengths

Word family

noun length
verb lengthen
adjective long
adverb long

Usage note

The phrase 'go to great lengths' is a common idiom meaning to try very hard to achieve something. 'Lengths' can refer to physical dimensions or to the extent of effort or commitment.

Example sentences

  1. The lengths of the river are unknown.
  2. The lengths of the walls were measured for the new paint job.
  3. The lengths of the table were too big for the room.
  4. The lengths of the hair were cut too short.
  5. The lengths of the race were predetermined.

Quotes

  • The lengths some people will go to appear normal are staggering.
  • The lengths we don't go to when we're afraid of looking foolish!
  • The lengths we will go to keep our stuff safe.

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