long-lived

adjective

ˈlȯŋ-ˈlivd 

also

-ˈlīvd 

1

: having a long life : living a long time

long-lived siblings

a long-lived perennial

also : characterized by long life

a long-lived family

2

: lasting a long time : enduring

a long-lived fad

also : existing, functioning, or active for a period of time that is longer than usual or expected

a long-lived car

long-lived nuclear waste

Synonyms

• aged
• aging
• ageing
• ancient
• elderly
• geriatric
• old
• older
• over-the-hill
• senescent
• senior
• unyoung

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web

That’s because the effects of CO2 in the atmosphere are long-lived. —Marcello Rossi, Discover Magazine, 10 May 2023

Other factors, such as genetics, can work in your favor if your immediate family is long-lived. —Michael De Medeiros, Health, 26 Mar. 2023

This was far more innocent and long-lived, if that’s something writers say. —Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

long-lived

adjective

ˈlȯŋ-ˈlīvd,

-ˈlivd

: living or lasting long