Definitions
- Describing something that is long in duration or time. - Referring to a speech, article, or written work that is excessively long. - Talking about a process or procedure that takes a long time to complete.
- Describing something that is prolonged or stretched out in time or space. - Referring to a family member who is not immediate but still related. - Talking about a vacation or trip that is longer than usual.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to something that is longer than usual.
- 2Both can describe time or space.
- 3Both can be used to modify nouns.
- 4Both can be used to describe events or situations.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Lengthy is typically used to describe something that is excessively long, while extended is used to describe something that is longer than usual but not necessarily excessive.
- 2Connotation: Lengthy has a negative connotation, suggesting that something is too long or tedious, while extended has a neutral or positive connotation, suggesting that something is longer than usual but enjoyable or beneficial.
- 3Parts of speech: Lengthy is an adjective, while extended can be an adjective or a verb.
Remember this!
While both lengthy and extended refer to something that is longer than usual, they differ in their usage, connotation, etymology, parts of speech, and synonyms. Lengthy is typically used to describe something that is excessively long and has a negative connotation, while extended is used to describe something that is longer than usual but not necessarily excessive and has a neutral or positive connotation.
