Elongatedly: meaning, definitions and examples

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elongatedly

 

[ ɪˈlɒŋɡeɪtɪdli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in speech or writing

In a long-winded or tedious manner; with unnecessary length or detail.

Synonyms

long-windedly, protractedly, tediously.

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Word Description / Examples
elongatedly

Used to describe something stretched out in length or duration. It's often used in a neutral or slightly technical context.

  • The meeting dragged on elongatedly, much to everyone's exhaustion
tediously

Used to describe something that is long and boring, causing weariness or annoyance. This word is strongly negative.

  • The report was written tediously, making it difficult to stay focused while reading
long-windedly

Used when describing speech or writing that is overly lengthy and repetitive. It often carries a negative connotation.

  • The professor explained the concept long-windedly, causing many students to lose interest
protractedly

Used to indicate something that is prolonged or extended more than usual, often with a sense of causing delay. This word is usually negative.

  • The negotiations continued protractedly, delaying the project's start date

Examples of usage

  • He spoke elongatedly about his vacation, boring everyone in the room.
  • She described the movie plot elongatedly, causing her friends to lose interest.
  • The professor explained the concept elongatedly, leaving the students confused.
  • They argued elongatedly, without reaching any conclusion.
  • The article was written elongatedly, making it difficult to follow.

Translations

Translations of the word "elongatedly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alongadamente

🇮🇳 लंबाई में

🇩🇪 verlängert

🇮🇩 memanjang

🇺🇦 витягнуто

🇵🇱 wydłużony

🇯🇵 伸びた

🇫🇷 allongé

🇪🇸 alargado

🇹🇷 uzatılmış

🇰🇷 길게

🇸🇦 ممدود

🇨🇿 prodloužený

🇸🇰 predĺžený

🇨🇳 拉长的

🇸🇮 podaljšan

🇮🇸 lengdur

🇰🇿 ұзарған

🇬🇪 გახანგრძლივებული

🇦🇿 uzadılmış

🇲🇽 alargado

Etymology

The word 'elongatedly' is derived from the adjective 'elongated' which comes from the Latin word 'elongatus', past participle of 'elongare' meaning 'to lengthen'. The suffix '-ly' is added to form the adverbial form. The usage of 'elongatedly' dates back to the early 19th century, and it is commonly used to describe actions or descriptions that are excessively long or detailed.

See also: elongated.