Senilism
/ˈsɛn.ɪ.lɪ.zəm/noun
A condition characterized by the decline of mental or physical functioning due to old age.
Did you know?The roots of 'senilism' trace back to the Latin 'senilis', meaning 'of old age', tying it to ancient perceptions of wisdom and decline intertwined.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
senilis
“Of or belonging to old age, often associated with wisdom.”
Middle English
Middle English
senil
“Pertaining to or characteristic of old age.”
16th Century
Latin
senilismus
“A term used to describe conditions or features of old age.”
Modern English
English
senilism
“Referring to the decline in mental or physical faculties due to aging.”