prolonged

Definitions

Continuing for a long time or longer than expected.

Extended in duration or space.

Examples

The patient suffered from prolonged exposure to the freezing temperatures.

Prolonged silence filled the room after the unexpected announcement.

The company faced a prolonged period of economic instability before finally recovering.

Synonyms

extended protracted lengthened drawn-out enduring sustained long-term

Antonyms

shortened brief abbreviated fleeting transient curtailed momentary