Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grizzled

Adjective
/ˈɡrɪz.əld/
Definition
Having hair or fur that is streaked or mixed with gray or white, often indicating age.
Examples
  • The grizzled veteran shared tales of his youthful adventures.
  • She admired the grizzled fur of the old wolf as it prowled through the snow.
  • His grizzled beard gave him an air of wisdom and authority.
Meaning
The term ‘grizzled’ is used to describe someone or something that has gray or white hair, typically due to aging. It can convey a sense of wisdom or experience associated with older age.
Synonyms
  • gray
  • gray-haired
  • silver
  • salt-and-pepper