Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Continuing over a significant period of time, usually years.
Long-term
/ˌlɒŋˈtəːm/Synonyms:
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Examples:
"Long-term thinking improves short-term decision making."
It's no disgrace to be without a long-term contract today.
He invested in long-term government bonds for stability.
Etymology:
First known use was circa 1914. It combines long, from Old English lang, and term, from Old French terme, which in turn originates from Latin terminus, meaning end or boundary.
Usage Statistics:
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