ages

[ˈeɪdʒɪz]

ages Definition

a very long time, especially a time of uncertainty or waiting.

Using ages: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ages" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I've been waiting for ages for the bus to arrive.

• Example

  It took ages to finish the project.

• Example

  I haven't seen her in ages.

ages Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ages

• forever
• a long time
• an eternity
• a lifetime

Phrases with ages

• ages ago

  a very long time in the past

  Example

  We went to that restaurant ages ago.

• for ages

  for a very long time

  Example

  I've been studying for ages.

• take ages

  to take a very long time

  Example

  It takes ages to get there by bus.

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Summary: ages in Brief

'Ages' [ˈeɪdʒɪz] refers to a very long time, often characterized by uncertainty or waiting. It is used in phrases like 'for ages,' 'ages ago,' and 'take ages,' which denote extended periods of time. Examples include 'I've been waiting for ages for the bus to arrive' and 'It took ages to finish the project.'