Word
longevity
Phoneticslongevi·ty
US/ɫɔnˈdʒɛvəti/
UK/ləndʒˈɛvɪti/
Definitions
01long life
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Formal
n. a long life for a person, animal, or plant.
n. the length or duration of an individual's life, specifically referring to a long lifespan.
“The island is famous for the longevity of its people, many of whom live past one hundred.”
“Medical researchers are investigating whether specific genetic markers contribute more to human longevity than environmental factors like diet and exercise.”
Usage
Often used with the preposition 'of'.
Synonyms
02lasting a long time
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Formal
n. the ability of something to last or stay successful for many years.
n. the capacity of an object, career, or institution to persist or remain functional over an extended period.
“The longevity of the band's career is impressive in such a fast-changing industry.”
“The architect prioritised structural longevity, selecting materials that could withstand the corrosive effects of the coastal salt air for decades.”
Usage
Commonly used in business and engineering contexts to describe success or durability.
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Real-World Examples
“Just a couple of hours of strength training each week could have surprisingly powerful effects on longevity.” “It also meant bodies could be buried there, an important factor for archaeology because of the longevity of funerary inscriptions.” Etymology
Early 17th century, learned borrowing from Latin longaevitās, from longaevus (“ancient, aged”) + -itās. The first part is related to English long and this association led to the alternative pronunciation with /ŋ/.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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- Level
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