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lengthen

[ˈleŋkθən]

lengthen Definition

  • 1to make something longer or to become longer
  • 2to extend the duration of something

Using lengthen: Examples

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

  • Example

    She lengthened her skirt by adding a piece of fabric.

  • Example

    The days are starting to lengthen as we approach summer.

  • Example

    The coach advised the runner to lengthen her stride.

  • Example

    The company decided to lengthen the deadline for the project.

lengthen Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for lengthen

Phrases with lengthen

  • lengthen one's fuse

    to increase one's patience or tolerance level

    Example

    After practicing meditation, he was able to lengthen his fuse and handle stress better.

  • lengthen one's odds

    to decrease one's chances of success

    Example

    By taking unnecessary risks, he was actually lengthening his odds of winning the game.

  • to stay out late into the evening, causing one's shadow to appear longer

    Example

    The kids loved to play outside and lengthen their shadows during the summer months.

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Summary: lengthen in Brief

To 'lengthen' [ˈleŋkθən] means to make something longer or to become longer, such as extending the duration of something. Examples include 'She lengthened her skirt by adding a piece of fabric.' and 'The company decided to lengthen the deadline for the project.' 'Lengthen' can also be used in phrases like 'lengthen one's fuse,' meaning to increase one's patience, and 'lengthen one's odds,' meaning to decrease one's chances of success.