Definition

The term used to describe something that has existed for the longest time or is the most advanced in age compared to others.

Example

My grandmother is the oldest member of our family.

Conversation

Did you know that my grandmother is the oldest person in our family?

Wow, that's impressive! How old is she now?

She just turned 92 last month.

That's amazing! I hope I can be that active at her age.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Oldest → It is formed from "old" (from Old English *eald*, meaning having lived for a long time) and the suffix "-est" (used to form the superlative degree). The word "oldest" means having the greatest age or being the most advanced in age.

Memory Tip

Think of 'old' as something that has been around for a long time, and '-est' indicates the highest degree. This helps you remember that 'oldest' refers to something that is the most aged.

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