lengthens
The word “lengthens” has 2 syllables: length-ens
It's pronounced as /ˈlɛŋkθənz/
What is synonym and antonym for lengthens?
In the thesaurus, “lengthens” has 13 synonyms and 11 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for lengthens along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for lengthens
- amplifies
- attenuates
- draws out
- elongates
- enlarges
- expands
- extends
- increases
- outstretches
- prolongs
- protracts
- stretches
- thins
Antonyms for lengthens
- abbreviates
- abridges
- curtails
- cuts
- cuts back
- decreases
- diminishes
- lessens
- reduces
- shortens
- thickens
Meanings of lengthens
- verb
- To make longer, to extend the length of.
- To become longer.
Example Sentences
- The rope lengthens when it gets wet.
- As summer approaches, the day lengthens noticeably.
- The exercise gradually lengthens your spine and improves posture.
- Each new delay lengthens the project timeline.
- His explanation only lengthens the confusion instead of clarifying it.
On this page you'll find 24 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lengthens, such as: abbreviates, abridges, amplifies, attenuates, curtails, cuts, cuts back.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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