prolonged /prəˈlɑːŋd/ adjective
prolonged
/prəˈlɑːŋd/
adjective
Learner's definition of PROLONGED
always used before a noun [more prolonged; most prolonged]
: lasting longer than usual or expected : continuing for a long time持久的；长期的；延长的 -
a prolonged absence长期缺席
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a prolonged period of uncertainty长期的不安定
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prolonged applause/discussions持久的掌声/讨论
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a prolonged illness长期患病
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a prolonged period of rain长期降雨