Synonyms for

Stretched

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

Definition

To make something longer or wider by pulling it

Synonyms & similar words

dilute load unfold stretch debase elongate shrink stretchout adulterate extend stretchalong extended lengthened pulled elongated expanded spread strained distended protracted enlarged widened dilated drawn tensioned stressed tautened tightened reached repositioned flexed

Synonyms by register

Formal

extended expanded lengthened dilated

Informal

pulled pulled out stretched out

Literary

taut drawn

Antonyms

compressed shortened contracted tightened bunched shrunk

Common collocations

  • stretched thin
  • stretched out
  • stretched to the limit
  • stretched elastic
  • stretched fabric
  • stretched muscles
  • stretched across
  • stretched taut

Word family

noun stretch
verb stretch
adjective stretched
adverb stretched

Usage note

The adjective 'stretched' can refer to something physically elongated or to a situation that is strained or difficult. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I stretched my arms before getting out of bed this morning.
  2. She stretched her legs after sitting for so long.
  3. The cat stretched its back before jumping off the couch.
  4. He stretched the rubber band as far as it would go.
  5. The gymnast stretched her body before performing her routine.

Quotes

  • “Stretch your mind and fly.” – Amit Ray
  • “The body benefits from movement, and the mind benefits from stillness.” – Sakyong Mipham
  • “I have stretched ropes from steeple to steeple; garlands from window to window; golden chains from star to star, and I dance.” – Arthur Rimbaud

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