lengthen (Meaning)
lengthen (v)
make longer
become long or longer
lengthen (v. t.)
To extent in length; to make longer in extent or duration; as, to lengthen a line or a road; to lengthen life; -- sometimes followed by out.
lengthen (v. i.)
To become longer.
Synonyms & Antonyms of lengthen
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lengthen Sentence Examples
- The artist lengthened the canvas by adding a strip of fabric to the bottom.
- The process of lengthening the garment required careful measurements and precise sewing.
- The days are lengthening as spring approaches, bringing more hours of daylight.
- The doctor prescribed a treatment to lengthen the patient's life expectancy.
- The construction crew lengthened the bridge by adding an additional span.
- The student had to lengthen their essay to meet the required word count.
- The researcher lengthened the study period to collect more comprehensive data.
- The musician lengthened the song by adding a new verse and chorus.
- The company lengthened the warranty period for its products to increase customer satisfaction.
- The speaker lengthened their speech to accommodate questions from the audience.
FAQs About the word lengthen
make longer, become long or longerTo extent in length; to make longer in extent or duration; as, to lengthen a line or a road; to lengthen life; -- sometimes fo
extend, stretch, elongate, prolong, increase, expand, draw out, drag (out), enlarge,protract
diminish, reduce, decrease,shorten, curtail, cut, cut back, diminish, reduce, cut back
The artist lengthened the canvas by adding a strip of fabric to the bottom.
The process of lengthening the garment required careful measurements and precise sewing.
The days are lengthening as spring approaches, bringing more hours of daylight.
The doctor prescribed a treatment to lengthen the patient's life expectancy.
