longsome Meaning & Definition
What Does Longsome Mean?
Longsome is an adjective that means Marked or characterised by longness or length; lengthy; long-lasting; protracted. It can also mean Tedious; tiresomely long.
Longsome: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈlɒŋsəm// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | lengthsome, diuturnal and prolonged |
| Comparative / superlative | more longsome, most longsome |
Longsome Definition (Adjective)
- Marked or characterised by longness or length; lengthy; long-lasting; protracted.
- Tedious; tiresomely long.
Synonyms of Longsome
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Longsome in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
longsome (comparative more longsome, superlative most longsome)
Words That Rhyme With Longsome
Origin of Longsome
From Middle English longsum, from Old English langsum (“long; taking a long time; lasting a long time; long-enduring; long-suffering”), from Proto-West Germanic *langasam (“lengthy; long-lasting; vast; extensive”), equivalent to long + -some.
Pronouncing Longsome
The standard pronunciation of longsome is //ˈlɒŋsəm//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Longsome
What part of speech is longsome?
Longsome is an adjective.
What is another word for longsome?
Close synonyms of longsome are lengthsome, diuturnal and prolonged. See the full list of longsome synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of longsome?
The comparative form is more longsome and the superlative form is most longsome.
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