extended

[ik-sten-did] / ɪkˈstɛn dɪd /

ADJECTIVE

lengthened

Synonyms

STRONGEST

continued drawn-out lengthy protracted

STRONG

elongate elongated enlarged long prolonged spread unfolded unfurled

WEAK

spread-out stretched-out very long

Antonyms

WEAK

abbreviated abridged compressed condensed contracted curtailed cut lessened narrow reduced shortened

ADJECTIVE

widespread, comprehensive

Synonyms

STRONGEST

expanded extensive

STRONG

enlarged spread sweeping

WEAK

broad expansive far-flung far-reaching large-scale outspread scopic scopious thorough wide

Antonyms

WEAK

abbreviated abridged compressed condensed contracted curtailed cut lessened narrow reduced shortened

Example Sentences

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The increase would also help pay for things like extended store hours for members, and pickup and delivery options.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

In March 2023, Duggar’s release date was extended by nearly two months over a contraband cellphone.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The agreement had been due to expire, but talks on renewing the deal were extended by two months to thrash out an agreement.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

—Gold prices extended gains, climbing back above $4,700 a troy ounce.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Jet Stone Boy extended his hand to Nathan.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young