agedness
- noun
- /ˈeɪdʒɪdnəs/
- Archaic
- Her agedness gives her a unique perspective on life.
Examples
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The agedness of the ancient tree is remarkable.
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The agedness of the ancient oak tree was evident in its gnarled branches and thick trunk.
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As the population increases in agedness, society must adapt to new needs.
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Her agedness did not stop her from leading an active and fulfilling life.
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The agedness of the building was apparent in its crumbling stone walls.
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With his gray hair and slow movements, his agedness reflected many years of wisdom and experience.
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The museum showcased artifacts that highlighted the agedness of the civilization that once thrived there.
Synonyms
The later time in life when a person is old
The later part of life after middle age when people often retire and may lose strength
An age when someone has lived for a very long time
How long a person or thing has been around
The time in a person's life when they are old
A quality that shows something is very old
Antonyms
How Old
- Specialized
- Archaic
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Agedness starts with age, a word that comes from a Latin word meaning 'time of life', and adds the ending -ness, which means 'state' or 'quality'. So agedness literally means the 'state of being old', which is why we use it to talk about how old a person or thing is.