prolong Antonyms
Meaning of prolong
prolong (v)
lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer
lengthen or extend in duration or space
prolong Sentence Examples
- The doctor advised against smoking as it could prolong the healing process.
- They decided to take a break to prolong their enjoyment of the beautiful scenery.
- Adding insulation to the attic can help prolong the lifespan of the roof.
- He hoped to prolong the conversation with his old friend, whom he hadn't seen in years.
- She took measures to prolong the freshness of the produce by storing it in the refrigerator.
- The medication was prescribed to prolong the patient's life expectancy.
- The company implemented new policies to prolong the durability of their products.
- The coach encouraged his players to maintain possession of the ball to prolong their lead.
- The gardener applied fertilizer to the soil to prolong the blooming season of the flowers.
- Researchers are studying ways to prolong the effectiveness of antibiotics against resistant bacteria.
FAQs About the word prolong
lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer, lengthen or extend in duration or space
extend, increase,lengthen, draw out, elongate,stretch, protract, drag (out), thin,expand
reduce, cut, decrease, diminish, curtail, shorten, diminish, curtail, cut back, cut
The doctor advised against smoking as it could prolong the healing process.
They decided to take a break to prolong their enjoyment of the beautiful scenery.
Adding insulation to the attic can help prolong the lifespan of the roof.
He hoped to prolong the conversation with his old friend, whom he hadn't seen in years.
