Meaning & use
extended
Made longer in duration, distance, or scope than what is usual or original.
See it in a sentence
They took an extended vacation, staying nearly a month instead of one week.
The company offered an extended warranty for an additional fee.
A note on using this word
Extended often pairs with time periods, such as 'extended stay' or 'extended deadline.'
Words with a similar meaning
prolongedlengthened
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Words with an opposite meaning
briefshortened
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