OLD-TIMEY Synonyms: 87 Similar and Opposite Words

old-timey

adjective

ˈōl(d)-ˈtī-mē

Definition of old-timey

as in vintage

pleasantly reminiscent of an earlier time tourists can pose for pictures wearing old-timey dresses or top hats

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Recent Examples of old-timey This old-timey annual is one of your best sources of true blue in the garden. — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 7 July 2026 But you may be surprised by the old-timey charms of this beachfront American town. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 June 2026 Damn, Rodrigo looks insanely beautiful in an old-timey nurse’s outfit. — Emma Specter, Vogue, 12 June 2026 A little old-timey drama for you. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 9 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for old-timey

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Adjective

The Soft Symmetry is crafted in both a smooth calf leather, with a gleaming gold lock closure, and a vintage leather, with accompanying matte silver hardware that gives it an intentionally patinaed look and slouchy feel.

— Talia Abbas, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
The rooms are furnished with just the right amount of country Western kitsch, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, Pendleton blankets, and vintage paintings.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of vintage

Adjective

The 1950s coffee table is topped with an antique metal Korean grain smasher.

— Hannah Martin, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026
Sumptuously furnished with vintage and antique decor, the rooms make a statement through bold colors, custom kimono bathrobes, and handmade Hästens beds.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of antique

Adjective

Roughly 10 miles from downtown in North Austin’s Domain district, this four-acre western-style retro hotel is near tech offices and steps from a wide mix of dining, designer shopping, and Rock Rose, the area’s nightlife hub.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Habity Design The Habity bedside clock looks like a familiar retro alarm clock, but inside sits a low-power e-paper screen, a speaker, and a small collection of calming sounds.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of retro

Adjective

The revisions by Takaichi's government to the antiquated law is meant to solidify the principle of the crucial imperial bloodline but pushes aside the emperor’s daughter.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
Viewed through a 2026 lens, this now antiquated process seems like a herculean undertaking, one that somehow worked.

— Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of antiquated

Adjective

More information is available about the Maroon Creek Bridge, Aspen's railroad history and other local historical stories at the Aspen Historical Society website.

— Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
To Ramos, the bill represents a step toward reversing the long list of historical wrongs against Native Americans, including those perpetrated by the state government.

— Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of historical

Adjective

Old Sacramento took on an old-time German flair on Friday night as customers wore traditional dress to celebrate the opening of Der Biergarten Waterfront.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Reminiscent of an old-time diner, Rodriguez said there will be traditional drip coffee, which a server can easily refill.

— Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of old-time

Adjective

The backstory Once upon a time, there was a Spanish family blessed with a talent for finding historic buildings and transforming them into hotels that anyone who admires beauty and nature would want to visit.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
One of Roseville's oldest and most historic structures is getting some new attention.

— James Taylor, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026