Long-lived (adjective)

Describing a person, animal, or thing that has a long life span or lifespan.

Origin:

Long-lived is a compound word, derived from the adjective 'long' and the verb 'to live'.

Examples:

1. The Galapagos tortoise is one of the longest-lived species, with an average lifespan of 150 years.
2. Some species of trees are known to be long-lived, with some individuals living over 1,000 years.
3. She was a long-lived woman who lived to see her 100th birthday.
4. The long-lived emperor ruled over the vast empire for more than 50 years.
5. The ancient civilization was characterized by long-lived leaders and a strong tradition of oral history.