Transcription
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- [lawng, long lahyvd, livd]
- /lɔŋ, lɒŋ laɪvd, lɪvd/
- /lɒŋ lɪv/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [lawng, long lahyvd, livd]
- /lɔŋ, lɒŋ laɪvd, lɪvd/
Definitions of long-lived word
- adjective long-lived having a long life, existence, or duration: a long-lived man; long-lived fame. 1
- adjective long-lived (of an object) lasting or functioning a long time: a long-lived battery. 1
- adjective long-lived Something that is long-lived lives or lasts for a long time. 0
- adjective long-lived having long life, existence, or currency 0
- adjective long-lived having or tending to have a long life span or existence 0
- adjective long-lived Having a long lifespan; surviving for a long period of time. 0
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Origin of long-lived
First appearance:
before 1375 One of the 22% oldest English words
late Middle English word dating back to 1375-1425; See origin at long1, lived
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Parts of speech for Long-lived
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
long-lived popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 42% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 53% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
Synonyms for long-lived
adj long-lived
- durable — able to resist wear, decay, etc., well; lasting; enduring.
- long-lasting — enduring or existing for a long period of time: a long-lasting friendship.
- abiding — An abiding feeling, memory, or interest is one that you have for a very long time.
- chronic — A chronic illness or disability lasts for a very long time. Compare acute.
- lasting — continuing or enduring a long time; permanent; durable: a lasting friendship.
Antonyms for long-lived
adj long-lived
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