Synonyms of length

length

noun

ˈleŋ(k)th 

1

as in expansion

a wide space or area

vowed that he would journey the lengths of the earth to find her

Synonyms & Similar Words

• expansion
• expanse
• stretch
• distance
• breadth
• extent
• sheet
• reach
• plain
• field
• depth
• scope
• spread
• waste
• territory
• domain
• spectrum
• scale
• extension
• span
• sphere
• sweep
• range
• amplitude
• latitude
• gamut
• magnitude
• compass
• void
• immensity
• emptiness

2

as in distance

the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects

the length of a professional tennis court is 78 feet from baseline to baseline

Synonyms & Similar Words

• distance
• width
• height
• spacing
• way
• stretch
• remove
• lead
• spread
• breadth
• space
• area
• depth
• volume
• extension
• scope
• extent
• altitude
• range
• rise
• flight
• throw
• reach
• clearance
• sweep
• cast
• drop
• shot
• fall
• haul
• berth

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of length

Eggplant is a classic summer vegetable that’s pear-shaped and variable in length, and rich in nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, folate and dietary fiber, according to the Pacific Coast Farmers’ Market Association. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 7 July 2026

Shaw discussed the connections between her life and the book in a recent video interview, which has been edited for length and clarity. — Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 7 July 2026

Maisel blames the short length of time between the unveiling of the initiative and President Biden leaving office - and fierce opposition from affected industries. — Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 7 July 2026

Perhaps the most impressive aspect, however, is the lengths staff go to in order to make sure no one misses their flight. — Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

Phrases Containing length

• at length