as in elderly
being of advanced years and especially past middle age
bought special food intended for senior dogs
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as in ancestor
one who is older than another
since the man next door is my senior by a number of years, I always address him as "Mr. Barton"
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as in superior
one who is above another in rank, station, or office
the young attorney benefited from the mentorship of one of his seniors at the firm
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as in dean
the senior member of a group
when he retires, she will be the senior on the faculty
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as in elder
a person of advanced years
weekday movie matinees are often popular with seniors
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Recent Examples of senior
Jack Sheehan
september 4, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
Earlier roles included those of senior vice president and deputy director of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Philadelphia, and director of corporate relations at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
—News Desk, Artforum, 4 Sep. 2025
Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
Many expected the senior to just be a situational running back used near the goal line and other short-yardage scenarios.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Many of these, especially the most senior politicians and media figures, are doing so in a cynical attempt to avoid holding the bag when the very worst details from inside Gaza finally emerge.
—Jack Sheehan
september 4, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
Earlier roles included those of senior vice president and deputy director of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Philadelphia, and director of corporate relations at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
—News Desk, Artforum, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
The night before the last game, the seniors got up to speak.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
Many expected the senior to just be a situational running back used near the goal line and other short-yardage scenarios.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for senior
Adjective
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The Cudahy couple purchased the building in South Milwaukee primarily for the living space in back to take care of an elderly uncle.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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For millions of elderly or disabled people, these were daunting or impossible options.—
Eli Hager,
ProPublica,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Alcohol is a big part of those rituals in terms of paying respect to your ancestors or the dead.—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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But the staff at the Indian Community School were nurturing and respectful while the students learned about their ancestors' heritage.—
Frank Vaisvilas,
jsonline.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Another hallmark of a gaslighting superior is a memory that fails them at the most convenient moments.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Despite her male superiors’ desire to close the case and the resistance of a society where women have learned to hide themselves to ensure their safety, Noelle is determined to identify the body and uncover the truth.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
14 Aug. 2025
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Normally home to the cathedral's dean, the Tudor-era deanery has been unused since the last dean resigned in March 2025.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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The three coaches and a dean were later reinstated.—
Kate Perez,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Sep. 2025
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During a hospital stay, Roy’s enfeebled mother fixates on the caste and religious affiliations of the doctors treating her—the sort of thing that will be familiar to anyone who has cringed at a diminished elder’s unfiltered prejudices.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
3 Sep. 2025
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Growing up with her dad — songwriter and producer Kim Bullard who played with Crosby, Stills, & Nash, and Simon & Garfunkel — as well as elders who were all musicians, Rose learned how to flesh out her poetry into songs.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Armor Aluminum frame and glass create a cohesive package that feels well-balanced in the hand, just like the tablets' predecessors.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
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As mayor, Andrade blew the whistle on a contract for a company that developed a tax collection system for the city, a deal her predecessor approved without bringing it before the council, according to a record on the case.—
Ray Long,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Sep. 2025
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Dudek got the job, wittingly or not, through an end-run around his bosses.—
Eli Hager,
ProPublica,
8 Sep. 2025
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Companies responded by jettisoning a few mean executives, changing their internal communications strategies, and retraining bosses to be nicer.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Leading nominee Lady Gaga, Latin Icon Award recipient Ricky Martin and viral video breakouts Sombr and Conan Gray showcased MTV's commitment to balancing veterans and upstarts during the 2025 VMAs.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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Thomas is a former NBA lottery pick and 13-year veteran and current basketball coach at a high school just up the road, Paramus Catholic, who had just shared a hearty handshake and hug with the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Senior.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/senior. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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