Synonyms of elder

Antonyms of elder

Collocations of elder

elderly couple
Frequency: 80 %

The elderly couple had been married for over 50 years.

elderly care
Frequency: 75 %

The nursing home provided excellent elderly care for its residents.

elderly woman
Frequency: 70 %

The elderly woman lived alone in a small cottage.

elderly man
Frequency: 65 %

The elderly man enjoyed spending his days fishing by the lake.

elderly population
Frequency: 60 %

The city had a large elderly population due to its retirement communities.

Idiomatic Expressions for elder

  • Phrase: elder brother/sister
    Meaning: the older sibling in a family
    Usage: My elder brother always looks out for me and gives me good advice.