Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

octogenarian

noun

/ˌɒk.tə.dʒɪˈnɛər.i.ən/

Definition

A person who is between 80 and 89 years old.

Examples

The community center regularly hosts events for octogenarians to encourage social interaction.
Her grandmother is an active octogenarian who loves to go for walks every day.

Meaning

The term ‘octogenarian’ refers to someone who has reached the age of 80 or older, typically indicating a stage in life that comes with its own set of experiences and challenges.