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shortened

[ˈʃɔːtnd]

shortened Definition

  • 1made shorter or briefer
  • 2to reduce the length or duration of something

Using shortened: Examples

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

  • Example

    The shortened version of the movie was only an hour long.

  • Example

    I shortened my speech to fit within the time limit.

  • Example

    The deadline has been shortened to next week.

shortened Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for shortened

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Summary: shortened in Brief

The term 'shortened' [ˈʃɔːtnd] refers to something that has been made shorter or briefer. It can also mean to reduce the length or duration of something, as in 'I shortened my speech to fit within the time limit.' Synonyms include 'abbreviated,' 'condensed,' and 'reduced.' Antonyms include 'lengthened,' 'extended,' and 'prolonged.'

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