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senile

adjectivegeneral usecommon/sɨˈniɫ/se·nil

Definition

1

Relating to or characteristic of old age, especially showing a loss of mental faculties.

Usage examples

Grandfather began showing some forgetfulness, signs of early senile decline.
The institution cares for people with senile diseases.

Common combinations

senile dementiasenile agesenile symptomssenile decline