List of 426 Sets of Synonyms - How they Differ - Total of 2307 Words - 136

SYNONYMS: elderly, old, aged, venerable.
These adjectives are compared as they mean far along in years or life.

One who is elderly is between middle age and old age: Elderly residents could recall seeing the first skyscraper.
Old implies advanced years: There are so few who can grow old with a good grace.
Aged emphasizes old age and usually suggests infirmity: The world should respect the aged members.
One who is venerable commands respect by virtue of dignity and age: He was a venerable-looking man.