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LENGTHEN

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Lengthen.

Lengthen - as a verb

Make longer

Example: "Lengthen this skirt, please"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
increase
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
shorten

Become long or longer

Example: "In spring, the days lengthen"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
shorten

Example Sentences

"She lengthened her stride to catch up with the others."
"The tailor can lengthen the pants for you."
"Regular exercise can help lengthen your lifespan."
"By adding another section, we can lengthen the bridge."
"The yoga instructor taught me how to lengthen my spine."
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Word Game Points

Is LENGTHEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lengthen is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LENGTHEN has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is LENGTHEN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lengthen is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LENGTHEN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is LENGTHEN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lengthen is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LENGTHEN has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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