duration

/dʌˈrɛʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the length of time that something exists or happens

“The duration of the concert was three hours.”

2. noun

a period of time during which something happens or is valid

“The duration of the sale is two weeks.”

3. noun

the quality of being long or persistent

“The duration of her illness was a great concern for her family.”

4. noun

the period of time between two events

“The duration between the two storms was only a week.”

5. noun

the length of time that a process or activity takes

“The duration of the manufacturing process is several days.”

6. verb

to continue for a certain length of time

“The company will continue to operate for several more years.”

Synonyms

  • extent
  • length
  • period
  • span

Antonyms

  • briefness
  • shortness