dotard — an old person, especially one who has become weak or senile
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an old person, especially one who has become weak or senile
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdoʊtɑrd/
Example Sentences
- North Korea's leader called Trump a 'dotard' in their war of words.
- Don't listen to that dotard's advice about technology.
- The young CEO was unfairly labeled a dotard by his inexperienced rivals.
dotard
NOUN[/ˈdoʊtɑrd/]
an old person, especially one who has become weak or senile
an elderly man with trembling hands holds his wallet open, staring blankly at the coins and bills inside with a confused expression. He appears lost and unable to count the correct change for his small purchase. The patient young cashier reaches out gently to help him sort through his money. Other customers in line watch with sympathetic expressions, some looking concerned about his wellbeing. an old person who has become weak and mentally confused in a simple daily situation
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'dote' meaning 'to be foolish or senile' combined with the derogatory suffix '-ard'. The word literally means 'one who dotes' or acts foolishly due to old age.
Breakdown
dote (to be foolish/senile) + -ard (derogatory suffix meaning 'one who does excessively')
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“North Korea's leader called Trump a 'dotard' in their war of words.”
“Don't listen to that dotard's advice about technology.”
“The young CEO was unfairly labeled a dotard by his inexperienced rivals.”
“My grandfather laughed when someone called him a dotard, saying 'At least I'm a wise one!'”
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