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bygone

[bahy-gawn, -gon] / ˈbaɪˌgɔn, -ˌgɒn /
ADJECTIVE
in the past
Synonyms
STRONG
ancient dead departed former lost
WEAK
antiquated archaic belated dated defunct down memory lane erstwhile extinct forgotten gone gone-by in oblivion late of old of yore old-fashioned old-time olden oldfangled one-time out-of-date previous quondam sometime vanished water over the dam water under the bridge
Antonyms
STRONG
alive existent existing living
WEAK
modern new recent

Example Sentences

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Like the diary of Samuel Pepys or the memoirs of François-René de Chateaubriand, “Beloved Son Felix,” first published in 1840, is an invaluable and entertaining firsthand exploration of a bygone era.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Mero, in collaboration with fellow street artist Wild Life, has turned the blighted space into a fantastical haven with a knight, a dragon and more — a decaying castle from a bygone era.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

As many noted, the instantly iconic photo of Hughes looks and feels like a throwback to a bygone era.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

But they did produce fascinating scenes reminiscent of a bygone era, encapsulating the essence and charm of the FA Cup's history.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

Furthermore, it was happening in the present, not in bygone days of fabled deeds.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques