Senescence

Pronunciation: /sɪˈnɛsəns/

Definitions of senescence

noun the state of being old or elderly

Example Sentences

A1 Senescence is the process of aging in plants and animals.

A2 Scientists study senescence to understand the mechanisms of aging.

B1 Cell senescence can be triggered by various factors such as DNA damage.

B2 The study of senescence has led to advancements in anti-aging research.

C1 Senescence is a complex biological process involving multiple pathways and regulatory mechanisms.

C2 Researchers are exploring ways to delay senescence and extend lifespan in different organisms.

Examples of senescence in a Sentence

formal Senescence is the natural process of aging in living organisms.

informal As we age, our bodies go through senescence.

slang Dude, I can feel the senescence kicking in after that workout.

figurative The old building showed signs of senescence, with peeling paint and crumbling walls.

Grammatical Forms of senescence

• past tense: senesced
• plural: senescences
• comparative: more senescent
• superlative: most senescent
• present tense: senesces
• future tense: will senesce
• perfect tense: have senesced
• continuous tense: is senescing
• singular: senescence
• positive degree: senescent
• infinitive: senesce
• gerund: senescing
• participle: senescing

Origin and Evolution of senescence

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'senescence' originated from the Latin word 'senescere', which means to grow old or to age.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'senescence' has come to be used in biology to describe the process of aging and deterioration in living organisms.