Another word for old.

Old can sound blunt about people and vague about things. Say whether you mean aged, valued or simply past it.

For people

elderlySofter, though some readers find it dated.An elderly man fed the pigeons each morning.
agingGrowing older, not yet old.She cares for her aging parents.

ancientVery old, often by centuries.They walked the ancient road to the temple.
antiqueOld and prized, often a century or more.She ate breakfast at an antique oak table.
vintageOld and stylish, from a known era.He wore a vintage leather jacket to the show.

formerOnce, but not anymore.My former boss still sends me holiday cards.
outdatedOld and no longer useful.The office still runs on outdated software.
stalePast its best, like old bread.The same stale jokes came up every year.

Keep old for warmth; “an old friend” means something no synonym can.

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