Definitions

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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He travelled with his wife and several other top officials for a two-day trip he said aimed to bring ties between the longtime partners to "new heights".

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Walker developed a relationship with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, then known as Prince Andrew, after an introduction from Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s longtime associate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Speaking to AD, Williams credited her sister and longtime doubles teammate for helping her to create the perfect home for her family.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

The move hasn’t sat well with some longtime listeners and former employees who saw the station as inseparable from Koreatown.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Otto was suddenly worried their friend and longtime hardware clerk was a cyborg.

From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles

longtime

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