Synonyms of elder
9 similar words · 2 opposite words
Another word for elder is mzee. Other synonyms of elder are senior, eld, antecessor, black elder and geriatric.
Synonyms and similar words for elder
adjectiveCloser to the dealer, i.e. receiving cards earlier than others.
- seniorHigher in rank, dignity, or office; superior.
nounAn old person.
- eldOld age, senility; an old person.
nounOne who lived at an earlier period; a predecessor.
nounA small tree, Sambucus nigra, having white flowers in a cluster, and edible purple berries.
- black elderSambucus nigra.
adjectiveMore synonyms
- geriatricElderly, old.
- long in the toothOld; aged.
- on in yearsOld; advanced in age.
nounMore synonyms
- mzeeAn elder (old person).
- forerunner
Opposite of elder
Meaning of elder
- adjective Closer to the dealer, i.e. receiving cards earlier than others.
- noun A leader or senior member of a tribe or community, often of considerable age, respected as an authority figure, especially in a counselling, consultative, or ceremonial role.
- noun An old person.
elder in other languages
Questions about synonyms of elder
- What is another word for elder?
- Elder has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as mzee, senior, eld, antecessor, black elder, geriatric, long in the tooth and on in years.
- What is the opposite of elder?
- The opposite of elder is younger. Other antonyms of elder are junior.
- What does elder mean?
- Elder means closer to the dealer, i.e. receiving cards earlier than others.
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