Definition

Describing something that is drawn out or extended in length or time.

Example

The protensive nature of the project required more time than initially planned.

Conversation

I just finished reading that book you recommended.

Oh nice! What did you think of the plot twist?

It was pretty good, but I felt the story was a bit too protensive in some parts.

I get what you mean; sometimes a story can drag on too long.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Protensive → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning forward) and "tendere" (meaning to stretch). The word describes something that stretches forward or extends.

Memory Tip

Think of something that stretches 'forward' ('pro-') — that's why protensive means extending forward.

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