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Synonyms of extend

8 similar words

Another word for extend is stretch. Other synonyms of extend are lengthen, widen, run and increase.

Synonyms and similar words for extend

verbTo cause to increase in extent.

  • runTo extend in space or through a range (often with a measure phrase).

verbOf a class: to be an extension or subtype of, or to be based on, a prototype or a more abstract...

verbMore synonyms

  • enlargeTo extend the time allowed for compliance with (an order or rule).
  • expand
  • increase
  • lengthenTo make longer, to extend the length of.
  • stretchTo extend one’s limbs or another part of the body, for example in order to improve the elasticity of one's muscles.
  • widenTo broaden or extend in scope or range.

Meaning of extend

  1. verb To increase in extent.
  2. verb To possess a certain extent; to cover an amount of space.
  3. verb To cause to increase in extent.

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Questions about synonyms of extend

What is another word for extend?
Extend has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as stretch, lengthen, widen, run and increase.
What does extend mean?
Extend means to increase in extent.

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