protractedly

7.8

In a slow way that lasts longer than expected

adverb
/prəˈtræktɪdli/

: prolongadamente

The negotiations dragged on protractedly, frustrating both parties involved.

Examples

The ceremony concluded protractedly, with many speeches and slow transitions.
He explained his reasoning protractedly, making sure not to leave out any details.
She spoke protractedly during the meeting.
The negotiations dragged on protractedly.
The meeting dragged on protractedly, leaving everyone feeling exhausted.
He spoke protractedly, stretching out his words to make his point.
The negotiations went protractedly as both sides struggled to find common ground.

Synonyms

leisurely

vsprotractedly

30 3.4

In a relaxed way without hurrying

lasts longer than usual or expected rather than just being relaxed

lengthily

vsprotractedly

1 6.4

For a long time and with too many details

emphasizes duration rather than lengthy detail or excess words

lingeringly

vsprotractedly

6.6

To do something slowly because you do not want it to end

lasts long without necessarily showing reluctance to stop

ploddingly

vsprotractedly

8.1

In a slow, heavy way that shows little energy or interest

is slow and prolonged but without the heavy effort or low energy

Antonyms

quickly

∞ 1.0

At a fast speed or without delay

abruptly

145 3.3

In a sudden way that gives no warning

How Long

endlessly

73 2.3

protractedly

7.8

for a while

∞ 1.0

briefly

414 1.0

Surface Forms

protractedly positive

Morphology

protractedly = protracted (transparent) = protract + ed + ly

The adverb is formed by adding the productive adverbial suffix '-ly' to 'protracted', and the meaning ('in a prolonged manner') follows directly from the adjective.

Etymology

Protractedly comes from the parts pro- 'forward' and tract 'to pull', the same root as tractor and attract. So, to do something protractedly is like having it 'pulled forward' in time, which means it lasts longer or happens slowly.