Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Use this word when something goes on for a long time or takes a long while to complete.
Lengthy
/ˈleŋθi/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Her monologue was unexpectedly lengthy, keeping us engaged.
The lengthy negotiations stretched over several months.
We embarked on a lengthy journey through the mountains.
Etymology:
Derived from the Old English lang, which means long, combined with the adjectival suffix -y, forming the word lengthy to describe something of great duration; popularized in the late 17th century.
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