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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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It’s been fabulous for women’s college basketball to have South Carolina give UConn a real, extended challenge at the top.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Prior to the latest amendment, the obligation to report extended stays abroad applied only if Germany was in a state of national defence or mobilisation.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The effects of astrocytes extended beyond the amygdala.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

It was recently extended until January 2027 after the state missed its deadline to enact new emergency regulations for hospices.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

That July, the Polish government extended a surprising invitation.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.