Oldsters — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈōl(d)-stər/ old·ster

Meaning & Definition of Oldsters

Oldsters (noun)

  1. an old or elderly person

Oldsters (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person of advanced years

    "a family film that will appeal to youngsters and oldsters alike"

    similar: ancients, elders, geriatrics, golden-agers, old-timers, senior citizens, seniors
    related: gaffers, graybeards, patriarchs, whitebeards, beldams, dowagers, grandams, adults, grown-ups, dotards
    opposite: youngsters, youths
    near: adolescents, minors, children, cubs, juveniles, kiddies, kids

Related Entry: Oldster (noun)

Oldster is a different word from Oldsters. The synonyms below are for oldster, not for oldsters.

  1. a person of advanced years

    "a family film that will appeal to youngsters and oldsters alike"

    similar: ancient, elder, geriatric, golden-ager, old-timer, senior, senior citizen
    related: gaffer, graybeard, patriarch, whitebeard, beldam, dowager, grandam, adult, grown-up, dotard
    opposite: youngster, youth
    near: adolescent, minor, child, cub, juvenile, kid, kiddie

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Oldsters

The most common words with a similar meaning to Oldsters:

ancients, elders, geriatrics, golden-agers, old-timers, senior citizens, seniors

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Oldsters

Words with the opposite meaning of Oldsters:

youngsters, youths

Related Words for Oldsters

gaffers, graybeards, patriarchs, whitebeards, beldams, dowagers, grandams, adults, grown-ups, dotards

Near Antonyms of Oldsters

adolescents, minors, children, cubs, juveniles, kiddies, kids

Origin & Etymology of Oldsters

First known use: 1848

Frequently Asked Questions about Oldsters

What does "Oldsters" mean?

"Oldsters" means an old or elderly person. As a noun, it is defined as: an old or elderly person.

What is another word for "Oldsters"?

Other words for "Oldsters" include ancients, elders, geriatrics, golden-agers, old-timers, senior citizens and seniors. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Oldsters" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Oldsters"?

There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Oldsters". Common alternatives include ancients, elders, geriatrics, golden-agers, old-timers, senior citizens and seniors.

What is the opposite of "Oldsters"?

Antonyms of "Oldsters" include youngsters and youths. Near antonyms include adolescents, minors, children and cubs.

How do you use "Oldsters" in a sentence?

Examples of "Oldsters" in a sentence: "a family film that will appeal to youngsters and oldsters alike".

Is "Oldsters" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Oldsters" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Oldsters"?

"Oldsters" is pronounced /ˈōl(d)-stər/ and divided into syllables as old·ster.

What is the origin of the word "Oldsters"?

First known use: 1848.