long-term

long–term

adj \ˈlȯŋ-ˈtərm\

Definition of LONG-TERM

1

: occurring over or involving a relatively long period of time <seeking long–term solutions>

2

a : of, relating to, or constituting a financial operation or obligation based on a considerable term and especially one of more than 10 years <long–term bonds> b : generated by assets held for longer than six months <a long–term capital gain>

First Known Use of LONG-TERM

1904

Related to LONG-TERM

Synonyms: extended, far, great, lengthy, long-drawn-out (or long-drawn), long-lived, long-term

Antonyms: brief, little, mini, short, shortish, short-lived, short-term

Related Words: aeonian (or aeonic), endless, everlasting, interminable, persistent; longish, overlong, prolonged, protracted; permanent; all-day, all-night; multiday, multiyear

Near Antonyms: abrupt, sudden; abbreviated, condensed, curtailed, shortened; ephemeral, fleeting, momentary, transient, transitory; impermanent; short-range

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