lengthy

• Qualifie quelque chose qui dure longtemps, souvent en sous-entendant que c'est plus long que nécessaire ou attendu.

Describes something that is long in duration or extent, often implying it is longer than necessary or expected.

1. Long in durationB2formal

   Lasting for a long time, often more than expected or desired.

   Long en durée

   • The meeting was lengthy and unproductive.
   • She gave a lengthy explanation of the process.
   • The film was criticized for its lengthy runtime.

   Synonymesdrawn-outextendedlongprolongedprotractedtime-consuming

   Antonymesbriefconcisemomentaryshorttransient

2. Tediously protractedC1formal

   Continuing for too long and becoming boring or tiresome.

   Interminable, ennuyeux

   • The negotiations were lengthy and exhausting.
   • His lengthy speech made the audience restless.
   • The legal process was lengthy and frustrating for everyone involved.

   Synonymesdrawn-outinterminablelong-windedprolongedprotractedtedious

   Antonymesbriefconciseshortsuccinct