Synonyms for lengthy
ˈlɛŋk θi, ˈlɛŋ-, ˈlɛn-length·y

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1. lengthy

   Synonyms:
   diffuse, long, prolix, tedious, verbose, wordy

   Antonyms:
   brief, compact, compendious, concise, condensed, laconic, neat, pithy, sententious, short, succinct, terse

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1. lengthy

   Synonyms:
   diffuse, prolix, tedious, long-drawn, verbose

   Antonyms:
   concise, compendious, curt, short, brief, laconic, compact, condensed, succinct

Princeton's WordNetRate these synonyms:0.0 / 0 votes

1. drawn-out, extended, lengthy, prolonged, protractedadjective

   relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

   "a drawn-out argument"; "an extended discussion"; "a lengthy visit from her mother-in-law"; "a prolonged and bitter struggle"; "protracted negotiations"

   Synonyms:
   lengthened, prolonged, extensive, elongated, extended, protracted, drawn-out

   Antonyms:
   short

Editors ContributionRate these synonyms:0.0 / 0 votes

1. lukeadjective

   the term 'luke' is used to describe one who is tall to a large extent.

   wow, you're so luke!!

   Submitted by k1y099.mi on September 1, 2023  

2. wordy

   rarely used word for verbose, expressed in too many words.

   he made his point with a taughty piece of literature.

   Submitted by rinat on June 1, 2017  

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1. lengthyadjective

   Synonyms:
   long, lengthened, prolonged, prolix, not short, not brief

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1. lengthyadjective

   Synonyms:
   long, prolix, protracted, verbose

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1. List of paraphrases for "lengthy":

   long, protracted, prolonged, time-consuming, extensive, long-term, extended, bulky, voluminous, slow, drawn-out, long-standing, long-lasting, long-winded, endless, long-running, lang, interminable

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1. Matthew Johnson:

   You have to be aware of what a medication’s potential side-effects are. Unfortunately, the package insert for most medications is quite lengthy, men need to have a relationship with a provider who can monitor these things and individualize their care.

2. Penn State coach James Franklin:

   It took a lengthy replay review to confirm the initial call and when the official made the announcement Penix knew was coming, the wild celebration began inside the mostly empty stadium. Allen needed to pull out every trick in the book, too, especially afterSean Cliffordhooked up with Jahan Dotson on a 60-yard TD pass to give Penn State Penn State first lead of the second half, 21-20 with 2:30 left in regulation. Penn State sacked Penix on the next two plays, forced him to throw the ball away on third and an incompletion on fourth, taking the ball back on down at the Indiana 14. This time, Allen called for the defense to give up the touchdown, hoping for one more possession, and Devyn Ford obliged with a TD run that gave Penn State a 28-20 lead. We went through that situation this week. We went through that situation on the sideline. Obviously, we could have handled it better and I could have handled it better.

3. Kathleen Wilson:

   The coolness of water will make a swimmer less aware of a growing sunburn, while reflection of sunlight is more apparent on the beach, it can occur in the water as well. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends reapplying sunscreen at least every two hours to remain protected or immediately after a swim or excessive sweating occurs. For long-distance swimmers, re-applying sunscreen can be impossible once it wears off, so using an alternative like Balmex can be necessary, said Wilson. Traditionally used to treat diaper rash, Wilson said the key ingredient of zinc oxide makes Balmex a useful sunscreen. Its stickiness and adherence to the skin for lengthy periods provides swimmers with adequate sun protection, she said. Exposure to bacteria, parasites Swimmers may be unaware of the dangers of toxic algae, bacterial growth and parasites that thrive in warmer waters. There's also an extremely rare risk of exposure to Naegleria fowleri, a deadly brain-eating amoeba found in bodies of warm freshwater.

4. Rex Tillerson:

   I think this is our first indication of the U.S. and Russia being able to work together in Syria, and as a result of that we had a very lengthy discussion regarding other areas in Syria that we can continue to work together on to de-escalate the areas.

5. Isaac Boltansky:

   After an atypically lengthy deliberation phase, The White House ultimately went with the safest choice, the Jerome Powell pick provides leadership continuity that the market always appreciates and should give The White House a victory via a quick and relatively painless confirmation process.