Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
silver-haired
Adjective
/ˈsɪlvər hɛrd/
Definition
Having hair that is gray or white, typically indicating old age or maturity.
Examples
- The silver-haired professor shared his decades of knowledge with the class.
- Many silver-haired individuals enjoy offering guidance to younger generations.
- She became silver-haired after years of hard work and stress.
Meaning
The term ‘silver-haired’ usually refers to an individual whose hair has turned gray or white, often as a natural sign of aging. It can symbolize wisdom and experience as well as being a descriptor of a person’s appearance.
Synonyms
- grizzled
- gray-haired
- white-haired
- hoary
