longitudinal

[lon-ji-tood-n-l, -tyood-] / ˌlɒn dʒɪˈtud n l, -ˈtyud- /

ADJECTIVE

over a protracted period of time; running lengthwise

Synonyms

STRONGEST

lengthwise long long-term

STRONG

continuing endlong long-run protensive

WEAK

continued drawn-out elongated extensive linear longstanding overall prolonged protracted

Antonyms

STRONGEST

immediate short-term

Example Sentences

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A 2026 longitudinal study in the Journal of Public Health reached a similar conclusion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Then, I used the longitudinal feature of the CPS to follow up with those same individuals when they were interviewed one year later.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 18, 2025

Lewis, the Measure of America director, pointed to a longitudinal study of young people in similar situations.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 9, 2025

And, given that botox only lasts three to six months, any longitudinal study would have to ensure participants are going for regular top-ups.

From BBC • Aug. 23, 2025

As it comes from behind you, a transverse waves lifts you up and then drops down; a longitudinal wave coming from behind pushes you forward and pulls you back.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones