ELONGATES Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

elongates

verb

present tense third-person singular of elongate

as in lengthens

to make longer in his paintings the artist elongated the bodies of angels to give them a spiritual quality

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Recent Examples of elongates The two-inch platform adds just enough height without feeling unstable and subtly elongates my legs, while still being easy to walk in. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2026 The single pleat elongates the leg, and the lining ensures zero see-through. — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026 The Italian manicure, also known as the slimline manicure, is a technique that visually elongates and slenderizes nail beds. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 21 July 2026 The continuous tone-on-tone color elongates the silhouette and has a refined finish. — Alex Sales, Glamour, 14 July 2026 Original EveryWear Zero Waistband Micro Flare Jeans Designed to hug your curves and shape your waist, the Zero Waistband Micro Flare Jeans have a flare leg and a high waist that elongates the legs. — Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026

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Tucking your chin gently toward the floor while lying down lengthens the back of the neck.

— Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
Its bitterness opens the palate, while the tea lengthens the drink without relying on more alcohol.

— Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of lengthens

Verb

For Speraw, the opportunity extends well beyond a few weeks in the summer of 2028.

— Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
According to figures compiled for this story, some 330,735 Haitian nationals had received TPS approval in the United States as of March 31, though advocates say that the universe of people affected extends well beyond that official number.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of extends

Verb

James' decision to run for governor left open his seat in the 10th District, which includes a portion of Oakland County and stretches across conservative communities in Macomb County.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
Pick a word that stretches you rather than one that flatters you.

— Rick Tollakson, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of stretches

Verb

Curcumin is poorly absorbed on its own, but piperine, a compound in black pepper, increases how much curcumin your body takes in.

— Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 4 Aug. 2026
Every additional interaction increases operating costs while providing little assurance of stronger products or happier customers.

— Michael Edmondson, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

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