protracted

[proh-trak-tid, pruh‐] / proʊˈtræk tɪd, prə‐ /

ADJECTIVE

long

Synonyms

STRONGEST

continued drawn-out enduring extensive lengthy lingering sustained

STRONG

dragging elongate elongated enlarged expanded lasting lengthened prolonged running stretch stretched stretching towering

WEAK

deep distant far-off far-reaching faraway gangling great high lanky lofty long-drawn-out longish outstretched overlong rangy remote spread-out spun out stringy tall

ADJECTIVE

chronic

Synonyms

STRONGEST

continual continuing continuous enduring lingering persistent recurrent sustained

STRONG

abiding confirmed fixed ingrained lasting obstinate persisting prolonged recurring rooted settled

WEAK

ceaseless constant deep-rooted deep-seated ever-present habitual inborn inbred incurable ineradicable inveterate lifelong long-lived long-standing perennial routine stubborn tenacious unabating unmitigated unyielding usual

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ceasing halting infrequent intermittent interrupted

STRONG

ephemeral fleeting indefinite transient

Example Sentences

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It’s an awful, protracted sequence that begs the question, satire or not, is this truly the funniest bit they could hatch?

From Los Angeles Times

Det Con Tom Campbell of Hertfordshire Police said it had been "a protracted and complex investigation" requiring "significant specialist resources".

From BBC

Shares have experienced a protracted downturn so far into 2026 amid the leadership shakeup, concerns over slowing growth, and broader turmoil in the financial technology sector.

From Barron's

Shares of alternative asset managers were sliding Monday, adding to a protracted slump fueled by artificial-intelligence disruption concerns.

From Barron's

Silverblatt died Saturday at home after a protracted illness, a close friend confirmed.

From Los Angeles Times

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