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Meaning of extended
The primary meaning of the word "extended" is to make something longer or wider.
Etymology of extended
The word "extended" originates from the Latin words "ex" meaning "out" and "tendere" meaning "to stretch", with the past participle of "extendere" which means "to stretch out"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe physical expansion, and its usage has broadened over time to include figurative extensions, such as periods of time or ranges of activities
Synonyms
prolonged
lengthy
long
expanded
enlarged
increased
augmented
broadened
widened
stretched
prolonged
lengthened
extended
amplified
enhanced
intensified
broad
comprehensive
expansive
extensive
widened
inflated
ballooned
swollen
dilated
distended
prolonged
protracted
dragged out
spun out
drawn out
elongated
lengthened
increased
magnified
multiplied
augmented
supplemented
added to
enhanced
enriched
improved
expanded
broadened
deepened
heightened
strengthened
amplified
intensified
increased
inflated
exaggerated
overstated
overblown
overplayed
prolonged
extended
protracted
delayed
slowed
decelerated
slackened
relaxed
Definitions
- Made longer or wider, or having been made longer or wider
- * Lasting longer than usual or expected
- * Having a greater range or scope
- * Provided or offered over a longer period
Usage Examples
- The company extended its product line to include new items
- * The professor extended the deadline for the assignment
- * The hotel room had an extended balcony with a beautiful view
- * The extended family gathered for the holiday
Antonyms
brief
short
compact
concise
contracted
shortened
reduced
decreased
diminished
curtailed
cut
cutback
abridged
abbreviated
truncated
shortened
shrunk
shrunken
compressed
condensed
concentrated
narrowed
limited
restricted
confined
constricted
cramped
tight
limited
confined
restricted
curtailed
shortened