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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After Nexstar Media Group announced layoffs at KTLA-TV this week, some viewers have expressed shock and dismay over losing several longtime local broadcast journalists at the station.

From Los Angeles Times

Mr. Lynton and Mr. Steiner, longtime friends, rarely discussed these humiliating episodes with each other until recently.

From The Wall Street Journal

Overzealous security guards, higher prices and overcrowding at parties also alienated longtime fans.

From The Wall Street Journal

Leaving meant stepping away from longtime friends and family.

From The Wall Street Journal

As usual, their longtime friend and protector Calvin Brown chaperoned.

From Literature

longtime

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