Protractedly Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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protractedly

[prəˈtraktɪdli ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

in time

Lasting for a long time or longer than expected.

Synonyms

extendedly, lengthily, prolongedly.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
protractedly	Used when describing something that lasts longer than expected, often implying frustration or inconvenience. The meeting continued protractedly, exhausting everyone involved
lengthily	Refers to something that is done in a long, detailed manner. Often implies excessive detail or duration. He explained the situation lengthily, despite the audience losing interest
prolongedly	Describes something that is extended in time, often suggesting an artificially or unnecessarily long duration. She held her breath prolongedly, trying to stay underwater longer than anyone else
extendedly	Used to describe something that has been deliberately made longer in duration, often in a neutral or positive sense. They spoke extendedly on the subject, ensuring everyone understood the details

Examples of usage

The negotiations protractedly due to disagreements on the terms.
The court case was protractedly, lasting for over a year.

^{Context #2 | Adverb}

in space

Extended or stretched out in space.

Synonyms

elongatedly, lengthily, stretchedly.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
protractedly	Used when something extends beyond usual or expected limits, often implying that it drags on unnecessarily or tiresomely. The meeting was conducted protractedly, leaving everyone exhausted by the end. The negotiation process was carried out protractedly, causing frustration among the parties involved.
elongatedly	Typically used when something is physically stretched out or when describing an unusually long form or presentation. The shadows fell elongatedly across the pavement as the sun set. She spoke elongatedly, emphasizing each vowel sound in a peculiar manner.
stretchedly	This adverb is less common but can be used to describe something that is extended or drawn out, generally referring to time or physical length. They worked stretchedly through the night to meet the deadline. The fabric was dried stretchedly to avoid wrinkles.
lengthily	Used to describe something that occurs over a long period of time, often implying that it takes longer than necessary. Can carry a slightly negative connotation. The professor lectured lengthily on a single topic, causing many students to lose interest. He explained the plan lengthily, leaving no detail unaddressed.

Examples of usage

The road protractedly through the forest, seeming to never end.
The river protractedly through the valley, creating a beautiful landscape.

Translations

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Origin of 'protractedly'

The word 'protractedly' is derived from the verb 'protract', which comes from the Latin word 'protrahere', meaning 'to draw out'. The adverb 'protractedly' first appeared in English in the mid-17th century. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe situations that last longer than expected or are stretched out in space.