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longtime

[lawng-tahym, long-] / ˈlɔŋˌtaɪm, ˈlɒŋ- /
ADJECTIVE
deep-seated
Synonyms
STRONGEST
built-in chronic deep-rooted inbred inherent longstanding
WEAK
confirmed deep-down deeply felt dyed-in-the-wool established fixed habitual inborn lodged in one's brain subconscious
Antonyms
STRONGEST
added temporary
ADJECTIVE
veteran
Synonyms
STRONGEST
old-time skilled trained
STRONG
adept expert old pro steady versed vet wise
WEAK
battle-scarred been around disciplined exercised from way back hardened inured knows one's stuff long-serving long-time not born yesterday of the old school practical practiced proficient sophisticated up to speed weathered wise to ways worldly
Antonyms
STRONG
unskilled
WEAK
amateur green inexperienced

Example Sentences

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They will be joined by longtime NBA official Joey Crawford, NBA coach Doc Rivers and Gonzaga coach Mark Few in the Hall of Fame.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Some longtime associates say they are relieved to see Blanche take the helm at the Justice Department.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

US President Donald Trump has removed Attorney General Pam Bondi - a longtime ally and fierce defender of his administration - from her post as America's top law enforcement officer.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Another longtime observer of IPOs, the University of Florida professor Jay Ritter, also thinks the 15-day fast entry to the Nasdaq 100 will foster a kind of slow-motion flipping.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

“And what was their collective response to this understanding?” asked Ward Churchill, a longtime pro-Indian activist.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.