elderly
Translation
elderly
Examples
He helps his elderly neighbor with her groceries.
He helps his elderly neighbour with her groceries.
The city provides special services for the elderly.
The city provides special services for the elderly.
Grammar Patterns
((an elderly person)) describing someone who is old He helps his elderly neighbour.
((the elderly)) referring to old people as a group The city provides services for the elderly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: aged, senior; Antonyms: young, youthful
Etymology
From 'elder', the comparative of 'old', plus the adjective-forming suffix '-ly'.
Memory Tips
'Elderly' is a more polite and respectful term than 'old' when referring to people.