Definition

Something that is very long in time or distance, often to the point of being boring or tedious.

Example

The meeting was lengthy and seemed to go on forever.

Conversation

Did you finish that book I lent you?

Not yet, it's a bit lengthy for my taste.

Yeah, I remember it took me a while too.

I guess I just prefer shorter stories that get to the point.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lengthy → It is formed from "length" (from Old English "length", meaning the measurement of something from end to end) and the suffix "-y" (meaning characterized by or having the quality of). The word "lengthy" describes something that has the quality of being long or extended in duration.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'length' which refers to how long something is, and remember that 'lengthy' means having the quality of being long.

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