Ancient (Noun)
Meaning 1
A person who lived in ancient times.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 2
A very old person.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The ancient sat in her rocking chair, surrounded by photos of her loved ones.
- At 105 years old, the ancient woman had lived through two world wars and the Great Depression.
- Despite her fragile frame, the ancient remained sharp-witted and continued to read voraciously until her eyes failed her.
- The village elder was considered an ancient, and people would often seek her counsel on matters of love, family, and agriculture.
- The family reverently cared for their ancient, who had lived a long and storied life filled with adventure and hardship.