longtime
4 synonyms and 2 antonyms for longtime, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Having existed or continued for a long period.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use longtime
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A compound of "long" and "time."
Full origin of longtime →Frequently asked questions
What does “longtime” mean?
The word “longtime” means having existed or continued for a long period. In plain terms, describes something or someone that has been around or involved for a long while.
How do you use “longtime” in a sentence?
Here is “longtime” used in a sentence: “She is a longtime supporter of the local theatre.”
What is the opposite of “longtime”?
The opposite of “longtime” — its antonyms — are new and short-term.
What part of speech is “longtime”?
“Longtime” is an adjective.
Is “longtime” a common word?
“Longtime” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is longtime one word or two words?
Longtime is written as one word when used as an adjective before a noun, as in "longtime friend." Some style guides also accept the hyphenated form "long-time" in this position, but "long time" as two separate words is used when it's a noun phrase, as in "it's been a long time."
What is the difference between longtime and longstanding?
Longtime describes a person or relationship that has existed for a long period, such as a "longtime employee." Longstanding is similar but more often applied to situations, disputes, or traditions that have continued for a long time, such as a "longstanding disagreement."
Can longtime be used to describe a situation rather than a person?
Longtime primarily describes people or relationships that have existed for a long period, such as "longtime resident" or "longtime partner." For describing ongoing situations or conditions, "longstanding" is more commonly used instead.