English · Adjectives
prolonged
/prəˈlɒŋd/
[/prəˈlɒŋd/]
extended, lengthy
Advancedadjective
Definition
Continuing for a long time, often too long.
Example
After a prolonged drought, the farmers were grateful for the heavy rain.
After a prolonged drought, the farmers were grateful for the heavy rain.
Etymology
From the verb 'prolong' (Latin 'prolongare', to lengthen) plus '-ed'.
How & Where It’s Used
Describes something drawn out over time.