old guard

The phrase “old guard” has 2 syllables: old guard

It's pronounced as /oʊld ɡɑrd/

What is synonym and antonym for old guard?

In the thesaurus, “old guard” has 15 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for old guard along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for old guard

big time
conservative
conservative group
diehards
establishment
major league
old-fashioned
old-line
old-school
rightist
traditional
traditionalist
traditionalistic
veterans
war-horses

Meanings of old guard

noun
1. A (comparatively) conservative, reactionary faction that is more unwilling to accept new ideas than their peers are.
2. Collectively, the members of a team who have been a long time in a place.

Example Sentences

The old guard resisted the company's shift toward digital technology.
Many members of the old guard retired after decades of service.
The coach replaced the old guard with younger, more agile players.
Political changes often bring clashes between the old guard and new leadership.
The old guard valued tradition over innovation in their decision-making.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms or another words to old guard, such as: big time, conservative, conservative group, diehards, establishment, major league, old-fashioned.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.