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prolong Synonyms
Another word for prolong
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• verb (Context 1)
To extend the duration of something; to cause to continue for a longer time.
Usage Example
"Regular maintenance and timely repairs will significantly lengthen the lifespan of the engine."
Strongest
lengthen
extend
draw out
protract
Strong
stretch out
drag out
perpetuate
sustain
Opposites of prolong
The opposite of prolong shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
shorten
curtail
cut short
abbreviate
abridge
truncate
terminate
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Prolong. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/prolong