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Lengthy
Sounds like
lengthee
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Simple meaning
What does Lengthy mean?
Lengthy means very long.
Dictionary definition
Long in time, size, or number of words.
Example sentences
Lengthy in a sentence
easy
The movie was lengthy but interesting.
medium
The report had a lengthy explanation of the experiment.
hard
A lengthy answer can be helpful when it stays clear and organized.
Synonyms
Words like Lengthy
longTaking a lot of time or space.
extendedMade longer than usual.
Antonyms
Opposite words
briefShort in time or words.
shortNot long.
Word family
Lengthy word family
Base word
lengthy
adjective
lengthy
Base form.
adjective
lengthier
More lengthy.
adjective
lengthiest
Most lengthy.
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Quick practice
Try Lengthy
Practice 1
What does lengthy mean?
Lengthy describes something long in time or words.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to lengthy?
Long is close in meaning to lengthy.
Practice 3
Which word is an opposite of lengthy?
Brief is the opposite of lengthy.
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