Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

prolongate

Verb
prəˈlɔŋˌɡāt
Definition
To extend the duration of something; to lengthen in time or space.
Examples
  • We decided to prolongate our stay at the beach to enjoy the sunny weather.
  • The doctor recommended ways to prolongate the effects of the medication.
  • They aimed to prolongate the meeting to cover all important topics.
Meaning
Prolongate means to make something last longer or to stretch it out over a greater period of time.
Synonyms
  • extend
  • lengthen
  • protract
  • drag out
  • elongate