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Synonyms & Similar Words
elder
older
seasoned
veteran
experienced
mature
advanced
superior
higher
upper
chief
principal
lead
primary
main
top
high-ranking
esteemed
respected
venerable
dignified
retired
pensioned
emeritus
former
past
previous
aged
gray
grizzled
weathered
longstanding
long-serving
seniority
priority
precedence
Meaning of Senior
A person who is older or more experienced than others
Definitions
- A person who is older or more experienced than others
- * A high school student in the final year of study
- * A person of higher rank or status
Etymology of Senior
The word "senior" comes from the Latin "senior", meaning "older", which is derived from "senex", meaning "old man"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe someone who is older or more experienced
Example Uses
- The senior manager will oversee the new project
- * She is a senior citizen and qualifies for a discount
- * The senior class will graduate next month
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
junior
younger
novice
inexperienced
immature
inferior
lower
subordinate
secondary
minor
low-ranking
unseasoned
inexperienced
freshman
sophomore
youthful
green
callow
inexperienced
untried
untested
new