long-term

adjective

ˈlȯŋ-ˈtərm 

1

: occurring over or involving a relatively long period of time

seeking long-term solutions

2

a

: of, relating to, or constituting a financial operation or obligation based on a considerable term and especially one of more than 10 years

long-term bonds

b

: generated by assets held for longer than six months

a long-term capital gain

Synonyms

• extended
• far
• great
• lengthy
• long
• long-drawn-out
• long-drawn
• long-lived
• marathon

Examples of long-term in a Sentence

before approving a new drug, the government insists on some long-term research to determine any possible side effects

Recent Examples on the Web

Neither deal addresses potential long-term health problems that might develop. —Josh Funk, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2024

Previously, Musk revealed a long-term plan to hide likes and repost counts on the timeline, creating a cleaner experience that only shows the view count. —Maxwell Zeff / Gizmodo, Quartz, 23 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

long-term

adjective

-ˈtərm

: extending over or involving a long period of time