Synonyms of elderly

Antonyms of elderly

Collocations of elderly

elderly couple
Frequency: 70 %

The elderly couple held hands as they walked in the park.

elderly person
Frequency: 65 %

The nurse provided care for the elderly person in the hospital.

elderly man
Frequency: 60 %

The elderly man greeted his neighbors with a smile every morning.

elderly woman
Frequency: 55 %

The elderly woman enjoyed knitting and gardening in her free time.

elderly care
Frequency: 50 %

The retirement home provided excellent elderly care for its residents.

Idiomatic Expressions for elderly

  • Phrase: elderly population
    Meaning: the demographic group consisting of people who are older in age, usually defined as 65 years and above
    Usage: The government implemented programs to address the needs of the growing elderly population in the country.