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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

senile

/sɛnaɪl/ adjective · British & US
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What does senile mean?

adjective

Showing the effects of old age; weak-minded or foolish due to age. Often used to describe someone who is forgetful or confused.

Example

"The elderly woman was often described as senile by her family, but in reality, she was just struggling with memory loss."

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