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Definition of "longer" []

  • Comparative form of long: more long (adjective)
  • Comparative form of long: more long (adverb)
  • One who longs or yearns for something. (noun)

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Use "longer" in a sentence
  • "Sir Asinus, no longer intending for Europe, but satisfied with Virginia; no _longer_ woful, but in passable good spirits; no longer melancholy, but surveying those around him with affectionate regard."
  • "Under no circumstances can you afford an automobile or other loan for a term longer than 36 months."
  • "Angell agreed to the sentence and prosecutors agreed to drop a motion that would have asked the judge to sentence Angell to a term longer than called for under state sentencing guidelines."