senile

adjective
UK: /ˈsiːnaɪl/
US: /ˈsiːnaɪl/

  1. Showing a decline in mental or physical abilities, especially due to old age.

    1. My grandpa is getting senile.
    2. The senile old man often forgot where he placed his keys, creating frustration.

  2. Relating to or characteristic of old age or senility.

    1. He's having a senile moment.
    2. The patient exhibited senile behavior, struggling to recall basic information during the exam.

Synonyms

doddering decrepit aged infirm feeble weak
senile noun

  1. An elderly person exhibiting senility.

    1. The senile needs special care.
    2. The assisted living facility provides a safe environment for the senile and infirm.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "senile" in English means: Showing a decline in mental or physical abilities, especially due to old age., Relating to or characteristic of old age or senility..

The phonetic transcription of "senile" is /ˈsiːnaɪl/ in British English and /ˈsiːnaɪl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "senile": doddering, decrepit, aged, infirm, feeble, weak.

Example usage of "senile": "My grandpa is getting senile.". More examples on the page.