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Antonyms of longtime include brief, short, recent, new, ephemeral.

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Longtime

Adjective / ˈlɔ:ˌŋtaɪm / Another word for longtime — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

existing or continuing for a long time

Synonyms & similar words

long-standing deep-rooted enduring long-lasting long-established well-established prolonged extended continuing persistent perpetual everlasting time-honored established fixed habitual inveterate chronic entrenched in-grained

Synonyms by register

Formal

long-standing established persistent

Informal

old-timer veteran seasoned

Literary

ancient time-honored

Antonyms

brief short recent new ephemeral transient

Common collocations

longtime resident
longtime friend
longtime supporter
longtime employee
longtime member
longtime fan
longtime partner

Word family

noun longtime

adjective longtime

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective to describe someone or something that has existed or been the case for a considerable period. It is generally considered informal to neutral in register.

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