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What is another word for Duration? – 138 Duration Synonyms

    Need another word for Duration? Use these synonyms of Duration from our thesaurus to say it differently.


    Synonyms & Similar Words

    length period span term tenure extent continuance persistence endurance survival existence lifetime lifespan course stretch interval space gap pause break hiatus interlude intermission recess respite timeout continuance prolongation extension elongation protraction delay pause suspension interruption cessation halt stay stoppage lapse lacuna

    Meaning of Duration

    According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "duration" refers to the length of time that something lasts or continues.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster defines "duration" as the time during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress.
    • Cambridge Dictionary states that "duration" is the length of time that something continues or exists.

    Example Uses

    • The movie's duration was two hours and thirty minutes, including the trailers and advertisements.
    • The company's duration in the market has been over a decade, during which it has established a strong reputation.
    • The athlete's duration of training and practice paid off when she won the gold medal.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    briefness shortness brevity abruptness suddenness quickness swiftness rapidity instantaneousness momentariness transience fleetingness impermanence temporariness ephemerality cessation termination conclusion ending finish completion finale