Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anility
noun
/əˈnɪl.ɪ.ti/
Definition
The quality of being an old woman, particularly characterized by foolishness or senility.
Examples
- Her anility was often revealed in her forgetfulness and confusion about recent events.
- The play humorously explored themes of anility and the wisdom that can come with age.
Meaning
Anility refers to the condition or characteristics associated with old age, especially when it includes a decline in mental and physical faculties.
Synonyms
- senility
- agedness
- foolishness
