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extended

[ik-sten-did] / ɪkˈstɛn dɪd /
ADJECTIVE
lengthened
Synonyms
STRONGEST
continued drawn-out lengthy protracted
STRONG
elongate elongated enlarged long prolonged spread unfolded unfurled
WEAK
spread-out stretched-out very long
Antonyms
WEAK
abbreviated abridged compressed condensed contracted curtailed cut lessened narrow reduced shortened
ADJECTIVE
widespread, comprehensive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
expanded extensive
STRONG
enlarged spread sweeping
WEAK
broad expansive far-flung far-reaching large-scale outspread scopic scopious thorough wide
Antonyms
WEAK
abbreviated abridged compressed condensed contracted curtailed cut lessened narrow reduced shortened

Example Sentences

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Prior to the latest amendment, the obligation to report extended stays abroad applied only if Germany was in a state of national defence or mobilisation.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

The effects of astrocytes extended beyond the amygdala.

From Science Daily • Apr. 4, 2026

Saylor twice extended the deadline while he considered arguments from both sides on an injunction.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

—Asian markets extended losses during Thursday late trade as President Trump’s speech offered no clarity on the end to the Middle East conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

A thick, dark green forest of oak and pine crowned pink-orange sand-rock plateaus that extended north and south beyond Nathan’s vision.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.