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 A little old-timey drama for you. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 9 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 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 Feed me memes and tinfoil and old-timey film strips. — Erin Qualey, Vulture, 6 May 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

Its lacy layers, flutter sleeves, and antique white color also lend it enough charisma to play the leading role in a fairy tale.

— Irene Richardson, InStyle, 11 July 2026
To the right of the sink is a Thermador double oven, while on an adjacent wall is an island with an antique brick facade and a four-burner cooktop next to a stainless steel countertop.

— Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026

Definition of antique

Adjective

Meanwhile, traditional efforts to take undocumented immigrants into custody from their homes have become less effective.

— Andy Rose, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
While there are some drawbacks compared to traditional investments — such as its inability to earn dividends — there are several ways to add gold to your portfolio.

— Liz Knueven, CNBC, 15 July 2026

Definition of traditional

Adjective

There are historical examples of teams that seemed dead in the water only to catch fire and make the playoffs.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026
The interest is less in reproducing historical jewelry — no one is asking clients to dress like Julius Caesar — than in giving contemporary pieces the patina, uniqueness and narrative of objects that appear to have lived another life.

— Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 16 July 2026

Definition of historical

Adjective

Though the team failed to advance to the knockout round, its historic run inspired an outpouring of national pride, while uniting Haitians at home and abroad.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
The port lies near the historic village of Tis, where archaeological remains date back to at least 2500 BCE.

— Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 15 July 2026