What is another word for Nonagenarians?

Pronunciation: [nˌɒnˌe͡ɪd͡ʒənˈe͡əɹi͡ənz] (IPA)

Nonagenarians are individuals who are in their 90s, but there are several synonyms that can be used to describe them. Octogenarians are those in their 80s, while centenarians are individuals who are 100 years old or more. Additionally, there are the terms septuagenarians for people in their 70s, and quadragenarians for those in their 40s. Other synonyms include quincentenarian for a person who is 500 years old or more, and vicenarians for people in their 20s. While these words are not commonly used in everyday conversation, they are useful for creating more precise descriptions of age demographics.

What are the hypernyms for Nonagenarians?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Nonagenarians

For a while, yes, if he has done good service in his generation, give him a new lease of life in the hearts and memories of his successors, but do not let even the most eminent be too exacting; do not let them linger on as Nonagenarians when their strength is now become but labour and sorrow.
"Ex Voto"
Samuel Butler
I think Keziah is convinced that Mrs. Prichard will rally, and that the twins may live to be Nonagenarians together.
"When Ghost Meets Ghost"
William Frend De Morgan
One of the, three Nonagenarians before referred to expressed himself as having a great curiosity about the new sphere of existence to which he was looking forward.
"The Complete PG Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr."
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. (The Physician and Poet not the Jurist)

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