B2adjectivelanguagework
US/ˈleŋ.θi/
UK/ˈleŋ.θi/
lasting a long time, or very long in writing or speech, often too long
In context
After a lengthy discussion, the committee finally agreed on a plan.
I had to fill in a lengthy form to apply for the visa.
The lengthy delay at the airport made many passengers very angry.
Words that go with lengthy
adjective + noun
- lengthy processGetting a permit is a lengthy process.
- lengthy delayA lengthy delay stopped all trains.
- lengthy discussionThere was a lengthy discussion about the budget.
- lengthy reportNobody had time to read the lengthy report.
- lengthy speechHis lengthy speech bored the audience.
- lengthy trialThe lengthy trial lasted nearly a year.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a lengthy roadCorrect: a long road