Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Prolonging.
Prolonging - as a verb
Lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer
Example: "We prolonged our stay"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draw outextend14protract12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
lengthen12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Lengthen or extend in duration or space
Example: "We sustained the diplomatic negotiations as long as possible"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
keep upsustain7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bear oncontinue10preserve13uphold12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Prolonging - as a noun
Prolongation
Example: "The gradual prolongings of the whale's visible jets — herman melville."
Example Sentences
"The prolonging of the meeting irritated the attendees."
"The prolonging of the trial resulted in additional costs for both parties."
"His constant prolonging of the project made his team miss the deadline."
"The prolonging of the negotiations only complicated the situation further."
"The patient's condition worsened due to the prolonging of the treatment."
Word Game Points
Is PROLONGING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prolonging is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROLONGING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is PROLONGING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prolonging is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROLONGING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is PROLONGING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prolonging is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROLONGING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
