fogey
noun
a variant of fogy.
fogeyish
-
a word derived from
fogey.
Example Sentences
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There was much to be admired, even if his fogeyish views led the newly ennobled presenter to be mocked as ‘Lord Clark of “Civilisation”.’
From Economist ● Feb. 22, 2018
Andrew Strauss is respected but also portrayed as a deluded, fogeyish figure.
From The Guardian ● Oct. 6, 2014
Mr. Allen’s character, Mike, even makes fogeyish Web videos as part of his job.
From New York Times ● Dec. 9, 2011
Nigel saying he can't get used to "bad" meaning "good" is so fogeyish is like admitting you can't grasp steam locomotion or why women need to vote.
From Salon ● Jul. 22, 2010
It is meant to be fun to read and, setting aside my fogeyish cavils, it is.
From Washington Post
