ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Longevous

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /lɒnˈd͡ʒiː.vəs/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Longevous is an adjective meaning (rare) Long-lasting, especially of life.

Meaning

(rare) Long-lasting, especially of life.

Example Sentences

Grandfather was incredibly longevous: he lived to be 105 years old.
And they are dangerous because when worn they make their wearer look ridiculous and contemptible to those not enthralled by the same fashion; and when their moment has passed they take up precious closet space, taunting you and making you lament of money that should have been spent on something more longevous.

Synonyms for longevous

Depending on context, synonyms include long-lived, permanent.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include long-pending, extended, protracted, much, long, longful.

Related Dictionary Tools

Sources & Attribution

FreeDictionaryAPI.com / Wiktionary · Original source · CC BY-SA 4.0

Dictionary data is provided by FreeDictionaryAPI.com and sourced from Wiktionary under its stated license.