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Prolonged

🔄 Synonyms of "Prolonged"

8 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

WordDefinition
protractedLasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual.
extendedStretched out or pulled out; expanded.
chronicnounOf a problem, that continues over an extended period of time.
longnounHaving much distance in space from one end to the other.
elongatedExtensive in length (physical distance, or time).
drawn-outProtracted, made to take a longer period of time than necessary.
lengthySpeaking or writing at length; long-winded.
lengthenedThat has been made longer; that has been extended.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Prolonged"

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WordDefinition
drawn-outProtracted, made to take a longer period of time than necessary.
lengthySpeaking or writing at length; long-winded.
protractedLasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual.
elongatedExtensive in length (physical distance, or time).
extendedStretched out or pulled out; expanded.
chronicnounOf a problem, that continues over an extended period of time.
longnounHaving much distance in space from one end to the other.
lengthenedThat has been made longer; that has been extended.
long-drawnlong-drawn-out
long-drawn-outProtracted, extending for a great period of time.
longtermAlternative form of long-term. [Becoming evident after a relatively long time period.]
longstandingAlternative form of long-standing. [Having existed for a long time; of long standing.]
long-timeAlternative spelling of longtime. [Having endured for a long period of time.]
long-termnounExtending over a relatively long time period.
long-standingHaving existed for a long time; of long standing.
long-runningOperating for a relatively extended period of time.
longtimeHaving been for a long time
long-livedHaving a long lifespan; surviving for a long period of time.
long-lastingPersisting or enduring for a long time.
long-rangeOperating, or capable of operating, over a great distance.

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