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aged

[ˈeɪdʒd]

aged Definition

  • 1having lived for a long time; elderly
  • 2having a specified age
  • 3having a particular quality or appearance that results from being old or worn

Using aged: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aged" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The aged couple sat on the porch, watching the sunset.

  • Example

    She is an aged woman, but still very active.

  • Example

    The book has an aged appearance due to its yellowed pages.

aged Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for aged

Phrases with aged

  • middle-aged

    relating to or characteristic of middle age, typically considered as the years between 45 and 65

    Example

    He's going through a mid-life crisis because he's middle-aged.

  • services provided for elderly people who are unable to care for themselves

    Example

    My grandmother is in aged care because she can no longer live independently.

  • something that has improved with age and is now at its best

    Example

    This wine is aged to perfection and has a rich, complex flavor.

Origins of aged

from Old French 'agé', past participle of 'agir', meaning 'to act'

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Summary: aged in Brief

The term 'aged' [ˈeɪdʒd] refers to someone or something that has lived for a long time, is elderly, or has a particular quality or appearance that results from being old or worn. It can be used to describe people, objects, or even ideas, as in 'The book has an aged appearance due to its yellowed pages.' Phrases like 'middle-aged' and 'aged care' use 'aged' to denote specific stages of life or services provided for the elderly.