Synonyms of grow old

Antonyms of grow old

Collocations of grow old

gracefully
Frequency: 70 %

She is growing old gracefully, embracing each new wrinkle with a smile.

together
Frequency: 60 %

They are growing old together, hand in hand, through thick and thin.

disgracefully
Frequency: 40 %

He is growing old disgracefully, refusing to accept his age and acting like a teenager.

grumpily
Frequency: 25 %

She is growing old grumpily, complaining about every ache and pain.

Idiomatic Expressions for grow old

  • Phrase: grow old before one's time
    Meaning: To appear or act older than one's actual age, often due to experiencing hardships or responsibilities at a young age.
    Usage: Having to take care of his younger siblings at a young age made him grow old before his time, missing out on a carefree childhood.