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OLDEST

(adj., noun, adj.sat)
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Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Oldest.

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Oldest - as an adjective

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

Example: "His mother is very old"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
young

Of long duration; not new

Example: "Old tradition"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
new

Oldest - as a noun

Past times

Oldest - as an adjective satellite

Of a very early stage in development

Example: "Old english is also called anglo saxon"

(used for emphasis) very familiar

Example: "Good old boy"

Skilled through long experience

Example: "An old offender"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
older

Belonging to some prior time

Example: "Erstwhile friend"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
erstwhileformerone-timeonetimequondamsometime

Just preceding something else in time or order

Example: "The previous owner"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
previous

Example Sentences

"The oldest tree in the forest is over 500 years old."
"She is the oldest member of our book club."
"The oldest building in the city dates back to the 16th century."
"My grandmother is the oldest person in our family."
"He is the oldest sibling among his brothers and sisters."
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Word Game Points

Is OLDEST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, oldest is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OLDEST has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is OLDEST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, oldest is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OLDEST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is OLDEST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, oldest is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OLDEST has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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