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 Say, for instance, a fluffy Sasquatch, or a crooner of a moon in pajamas singing an old-timey lullaby to all the little ones seated cross-legged on the floor. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026 True Treats Historic Candy True Treats Historic Candy is an old-timey candy store stocked with sweet treats from throughout the ages. — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026 The day after Thanksgiving, Dahlonega's Old Fashioned Christmas kicks off the town's monthlong celebration, featuring everything from a hometown parade to an old-timey tree lighting. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 24 May 2026 In recent days, young Knicks fans have been made to digest from their dreary Boomer elders heavy doses of old-timey hoops lore, but mainly about the 1970 title series, featuring Willis Reed’s limping, yet noble appearance in Game Seven, his injured leg shot up with painkillers. — David Remnick, New Yorker, 14 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for old-timey

Recent Examples of Synonyms for old-timey

Adjective

Jewelry, including earrings, rings, and a watch, was by Bulgari, with Trussardi sunglasses and a vintage Chanel handbag sourced from celebrity fave sourcer and vintage dealer Fashionphile.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 July 2026
The lobby’s retro Sweet N’ Glow Salon’s color scheme is as pink as a packet of Sweet N’ Low sugar substitute, complete with beehive hair dryers, vintage magazines, and a kitschy wig collection.

— Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 4 July 2026

Definition of vintage

Adjective

The event attracts over 60,000 spectators and showcases floats, marching bands, equestrians, dance groups, antique cars and community organizations.

— Jane Tyska, Mercury News, 5 July 2026
Quince Lightweight Coverlets For a vintage vibe, pick up this coverlet that has a channel stitch reminiscent of antique quilts.

— Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 4 July 2026

Definition of antique

Adjective

The intentionally acoustically thoughtful hotel lounge is retro, warm, and built for nights that run late (similar to the one at Moxy’s Miami property).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026
The brand’s retro-esque Rawlins sneakers have also been worn by Reese Witherspoon.

— Ruby McAuliffe, InStyle, 7 July 2026

Definition of retro

Adjective

By wrapping antiquated infrastructure in agentic interfaces, these workers can unlock near-native operational efficiency without a risky, catastrophic core system overhaul.

— Barney Krishnan, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
But what, exactly, is that robot doing watching fireworks next to a little boy and a man in antiquated garb?

— Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 29 June 2026

Definition of antiquated

Adjective

The calendar includes America's Block Party events, festivals, historical programs, exhibits and community gatherings scheduled across the country.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 3 July 2026
This was a historical diagnosis for deaths attributed to old age in the early 1900s.

— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

Definition of historical

Adjective

And in one section, 1,200 cc engines are being assembled for the company’s new superpremium motorbike, the Norton Manx R, one of four new models from the historic British brand now owned by TVS Motor and set to go on sale later this year.

— Anu Raghunathan, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
New York — The stocks that have fueled Wall Street’s powerful AI rally are suddenly under pressure as investors evaluate rising tensions in the Middle East, take profits after a historic run and reassess where to find value.

— John Towfighi, CNN Money, 9 July 2026