geratic

/dʒɛrɪˈætrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to old age or the branch of medicine dealing with the health care of older adults

“The geriatric ward at the hospital is staffed by experienced doctors and nurses.”

2. noun

a person who is old or elderly

“Many people in the geriatric home were suffering from loneliness.”

Synonyms

  • elderly
  • senior

Antonyms

  • adolescent
  • young