longtime

adjective

long·​time ˈlȯŋ-ˈtīm 

: having been so for a long time : long-standing

a longtime friend

a longtime friendship

Examples of longtime in a Sentence

the longtime chairman of the committee

longtime residents of the neighborhood

Recent Examples on the Web

This, Johnston said, has increased property values and taxes to the detriment of longtime residents as well as those who want to buy homes and settle down in this highly desirable part of Fort Worth. — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Aug. 2026

To a lesser extent, Republicans have traditionally also had districts that were unopposed in their strongholds with longtime incumbents. — Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026

Familiar faces After more than half of the roster was traded away at the deadline last season, this year’s schedule will offer an opportunity for a series of reunions between Bulls fans and longtime former players. — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026

Herbert was a businessman and civic leader in nearby Monrovia, while Elizabeth was a longtime society editor for the Pasadena Star-News and San Gabriel Valley Tribune. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for longtime

• airtime
• bedtime
• daytime
• downtime
• enzyme
• halftime
• lifetime
• lunchtime
• mealtime
• meantime
• nighttime
• noontime