long-time

adjective, adverb
/ˈlɒŋ taɪm/

Meaning

lasting or existing for a long period of time; having continued for many years

Example Sentences

She is a long-time friend of my family.

Example Expressions

long-time no see

Synonyms

longstanding, enduring, established, extended, chronic

Antonyms

recent, short-term, brief

Collocations

long-time friend, long-time member, long-time supporter, long-time resident

Related Vocabularies

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existing or happening throughout an entire nation

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