Definitions

longtime

[lawng-tahym, long-] / ˈlɔŋˌtaɪm, ˈlɒŋ- /

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deep-seated adj.
veteran adj.

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

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The director of the FBI and his longtime girlfriend, country western singer Alexis Wilkins, announced their looming nuptials on social media over the weekend.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026

Angelina Jolie, a producer on ‘The Outsiders,’ and Octavia Spencer, a longtime City Year advocate, teamed up to support youth access to theater tickets.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026

The San Francisco Bay Area resident has also had a longtime home in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights neighborhood.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026

Just months before his passing, Jobs handed the reins to his longtime deputy, Tim Cook.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026

A longtime friend of Fischer’s, Kruse was a strong, very experienced climber.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer

longtime

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