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seniors

NOUN

older person

Synonyms

STRONGEST

elder pensioner senior citizen

STRONG

ancient doyen doyenne grandfather grandmother head matriarch old-timer oldster patriarch

WEAK

elderly person first-born golden-ager old folk retired person

Antonyms

WEAK

inferior junior younger

Example Sentences

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Although regular use among seniors remains relatively uncommon, it is rising quickly.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

At the same time, Supplemental Security Income—a true welfare program not tied to payroll taxes—can help replace benefits lost in the process of Social Security reform for low income seniors.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

MaKenna Coonts, one of 89 seniors at Ava High School, starts a two-year nursing program at Missouri State-West Plains soon.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Most seniors say they any want to age in place, but difficulty handling bills can lead to late fees, canceled insurance policies and problems with credit, and accelerate an unwanted move to assisted living.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

We gather up our books and follow the stream of seniors exiting the hallway.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed