Olden
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈəʊl.dn̩/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Olden is an adjective meaning From or relating to a previous era.
Meaning
From or relating to a previous era.
More Meanings
- (intransitive, dated or rare) To grow old; age; assume an older appearance or character; become affected by age.
- (archaic) Old; ancient.
Example Sentences
olden days, olden times
We […] told over the story of past sufferings, and renewed olden vows of devotion.
In olden days, a glimpse of stockings Was looked on as something shocking; Now, heaven knows, Anything goes.
Beowulf, behind his shield, thrust forth only his right arm. In it he had picked up the sword of Ing, well known in olden lore.
Word Forms
- oldens
- oldening
- oldened
Synonyms for olden
Depending on context, synonyms include bygone, historical, auld, eldern, elden, mature.
Antonyms for olden
Common opposites include youngen.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include past, old-fashioned, ancient, old, bygone, old-time.
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