bygone

[ˈbaɪɡɒn]

bygone Definition

• 1. belonging to an earlier time
• 2. no longer existing or in use

Using bygone: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bygone" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The bygone era of steam trains.

• Example

  Bygone days of sailing ships and sea battles.

• Example

  Bygone traditions that are no longer observed.

• Example

  Bygone memories of childhood.

bygone Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bygone

• past
• former
• olden
• ancient
• obsolete

Antonyms for bygone

• current
• modern
• contemporary

Phrases with bygone

• bygone age

  a period of time in the past that is no longer happening or remembered

  Example

  The bygone age of chivalry and knighthood.

• bygone era

  a period of time in the past that is no longer happening or remembered

  Example

  The bygone era of the Wild West.

• bygone days

  a period of time in the past that is no longer happening or remembered

  Example

  Bygone days of innocence and happiness.

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Summary: bygone in Brief

'Bygone' [ˈbaɪɡɒn] refers to something belonging to an earlier time, no longer existing or in use. It can be used to describe anything from traditions to memories, as in 'Bygone traditions that are no longer observed.' 'Bygone' can also be used in phrases like 'bygone era,' 'bygone age,' and 'bygone days,' all referring to a period of time in the past that is no longer happening or remembered.