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Prolonged

Adjective / prʌˈlɔ:ŋd / Another word for prolonged — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

lasting for a long time or extended period

Synonyms & similar words

extend prolong lengthy lengthened protract protracted elongated extended sustain extended continuing lengthened protracted drawn-out delayed stretched long-drawn long-lasting long-lived long-term sustained enduring lingering persistent unending uninterrupted unrelenting unyielding lasting

Synonyms by register

Formal

extended sustained protracted lingering

Informal

long drawn-out going on forever

Literary

enduring unending age-old

Antonyms

brief short quick abrupt fleeting transient

Common collocations

  • prolonged illness
  • prolonged absence
  • prolonged drought
  • prolonged exposure
  • prolonged silence
  • prolonged contact
  • prolonged period

Word family

noun prolongation
verb prolong
adjective prolonged
adverb prolongedly

Usage note

Often used to describe something negative or undesirable that lasts for a long time, such as illness or drought. It implies a duration that is longer than expected or comfortable.

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Example sentences

  1. The prolonged heat wave made it hard to go outside.
  2. The teacher gave the students a prolonged break.
  3. The athlete's prolonged training helped him win the race.
  4. The prolonged illness made her miss a lot of school.
  5. The prolonged silence made everyone uncomfortable.

Quotes

  • Prolonged endurance tames the bold.
  • The prolonged the past, the less the future.
  • Prolonged success produces boring masters.

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