older

[ohl-der]

adjective

1. a comparative of old.

   Antonyms: younger

older

/ ˈəʊldə /

adjective

1. the comparative of old

2. Also (of people, esp members of the same family): elder. having lived or existed longer; of greater age

Synonym Study

Older, elder imply having greater age than something or someone else. Older is the usual form of the comparative of old: This building is older than that one. Elder, now greatly restricted in application, is used chiefly to indicate seniority in age as between any two people but especially priority of birth as between children born of the same parents: The elder brother became king.

Example Sentences

The anthem heard in the film, he explains, is not the official national anthem of today’s Iran, but an older song that people identify with, rather than one that the regime has assigned them.

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The LPI tools measured American adults’ readiness to thrive in older age, looking at areas including social connection, finance, daily activities, care, home, community, health and life transitions.

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The kiosks are designed to be simple by default, according to an Amazon spokesperson, who noted the company has seen strong adoption of Amazon Pharmacy among older adults.

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Amabile says she has an older sister who for years sewed Halloween costumes for her family.

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Surprisingly, this reaction doesn't harm the worms -- it actually helps them remain healthier as they grow older.

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