LONG-DRAWN-OUT Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

long-drawn-out

adjective

ˈlȯŋ-ˈdrȯn-ˈau̇t

variants or long-drawn

Definition of long-drawn-out next

as in lengthy

lasting for a considerable time a long-drawn-out acceptance speech by an overemotional actor

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Recent Examples of long-drawn-out Williamson never lets his viewers suffer through unnecessary and long-drawn-out scenes, even when the show’s rapid speed makes specific scenarios feel overly outlandish. —

Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 19 June 2025 The vote-a-rama can be long-drawn-out and is often used to force lawmakers from both parties to go on the record about something - even unrelated to the core of the bill at hand - that can then be used for political purposes down the road. —

Deirdre Walsh, NPR, 19 Feb. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for long-drawn-out

Adjective

The same attorney who had once urged the faster consideration of the dog beach project eventually bristled at the Zoning Board of Appeals as its lengthy questioning wore on.

— Shun Graves, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
Windley, a heroin dealer with a lengthy criminal record, headed to the store with cash that day, ready to buy a stove.

— John Annese, New York Daily News, 16 Mar. 2026