fogey

/ˈfɒdʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is seen as old-fashioned or out of touch with modern ways; an elderly person who is resistant to change.

“The young artist was frustrated with the traditionalist fogey who refused to adopt new technology in the studio.”

Synonyms

  • conservative
  • traditionalist

Antonyms

  • innovative
  • progressive