agedness
|aged-ness|
C1
/ˈeɪdʒɪdnəs/
state of being old
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agedness' originates from the English word 'aged,' which is derived from the Latin word 'aetas,' meaning 'age or lifetime.'
Historical Evolution
'aged' transformed from the Old French word 'agé,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aged' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having lived for a long time,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being old or having advanced age.
The agedness of the building was evident in its crumbling walls.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45
