Definition

Noun: - An elderly person: A term, often used in a respectful or euphemistic way, to refer to an older adult, typically one who is retired or in the later stages of life. It implies a person who has reached a "golden age" of life, a time often associated with wisdom, leisure, and experience.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The community center offers special programs for the golden ager.
  • My grandfather, a vibrant golden ager, still enjoys his daily walks in the park.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in marketing, social services, and community planning to refer to the demographic of older adults without using terms that might be perceived as negative, such as "old" or "elderly."
  • The resort is popular with golden agers looking for a peaceful vacation.

Variants and Related Words

• Senior citizen (n): A more common formal synonym for an older adult.
  • Discounts are available for senior citizens.
• Elder (n): A person of greater age or a respected older member of a community.
  • The elders of the village gathered to make a decision.

Synonyms

• Senior: An older person, especially one over a certain age (e.g., 65).
• Older adult: A neutral, descriptive term for a person in later life.
• Pensioner: A person who receives a pension, typically due to retirement.

Antonyms

• Youth: A young person.
• Minor: A person under the legal age of adulthood.
• Youngster: A child or young person.

Notes on Usage

• "Golden ager" is generally considered a polite and positive term. However, like many terms for age groups, its acceptability can depend on context and personal preference. Some individuals may prefer more direct terms like "older adult." It is less clinical than "geriatric" and more specific than simply "old person."

Noun

1. an elderly person