Middle-aged
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌmɪdl̩ˈeɪd͡ʒd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Middle-aged is an adjective meaning (not comparable) Of or relating to middle age or a middle-ager; neither old nor young.
Meaning
(not comparable) Of or relating to middle age or a middle-ager; neither old nor young.
More Meanings
- (comparable) Characteristic of middle-aged people.
- (not comparable, obsolete) Belonging to the Middle Ages; medieval.
Example Sentences
When I was a middle-aged Man.
A middle-aged, grave and honourable man.
His already almost middle-aged aspect of serene sagacity.
The admirable M. Leibnitz, a German, but a member of the Royal Society, scarce yet middle aged.
Word Forms
- middleaged
- middle-ag’d
Synonyms for middle-aged
Depending on context, synonyms include old.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include old, middle, age, mature, ripe, middle-age.
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