Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
oldish
adjective
/ˈoʊldɪʃ/
Definition
Slightly old or somewhat advanced in age.
Examples
- She had an oldish bike that still worked well for her daily commute.
- The oldish gentleman enjoyed telling stories from his youth.
- His oldish sweater was a bit worn but full of character.
Meaning
Implying a quality of being not quite old but approaching oldness; often used to describe someone or something that is not youthful but not completely aged either.
Synonyms
- Somewhat old
- Middle-aged
- Not quite young
