age

/eɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

a stage of life or a period of time

“She’s in the prime of her age.”

2. verb

to make or become older

“He’s aging quickly due to the harsh environment.”

3. noun

a particular period of history or a particular stage of development

“The age of the dinosaurs is a fascinating topic.”

4. noun

a measure of the time a person or thing has existed or been active

“The age of the building is unknown.”

5. noun

a particular type of rock or stone

“The age of the granite is estimated to be millions of years old.”

Synonyms

  • period
  • stage

Antonyms

  • immaturity
  • youth