Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quinquagenarian
noun
/ˌkwɪŋ.kweɪ.dʒəˈnɛr.i.ən/
Definition
A person who is between the ages of 50 and 59.
Examples
- Many quinquagenarians find themselves reassessing their life goals and ambitions.
- As a quinquagenarian, she felt a new sense of freedom and adventure.
Meaning
The term quinquagenarian refers to someone who has reached the fifth decade of their life, typically considered to signify a stage of maturity and experience.
Synonyms
- middle-aged person
- fifty-something
