WordHive Learning Dictionary

Extend

verb

Extend means to make longer or continue.

6 letters 2 syllables

What does Extend mean?

Extend means to make longer or continue.

Dictionary definition

To extend means to make something longer or continue it for more time.

Example sentences

Extend in a sentence

easy

We used extend in class to explain our idea clearly.

medium

In the reading task, the teacher asked us to extend the word in a complete sentence.

hard

Using extend in my writing helped show how the action changed the meaning of the paragraph.

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What does extend mean in this context?

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Extend

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Synonyms

Words like Extend

lengthenRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
continueRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
expandRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms

Opposite words

shortenHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
endHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Synonym practice

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Word family

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Base word

extend

verb

extend

Base form.

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