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- pronunciation:
- si
naIl
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se
naIl
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition: |
showing certain characteristics of old age, esp. a deterioration of mental faculties or emotional control.
As our grandmother became more senile, she had trouble recognizing our faces and remembering our names.- synonyms:
- doting, feeble-minded
- similar words:
- declining, decrepit, dotty, failing, forgetful, infirm, senescent
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derivation: |
senility (n.) |
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