noun · academic
elderhood
UK/ˈel.də.hʊd/US/ˈel.dər.hʊd/EL·der·hood
the state or period of being an elder/older person; old age
Examples
“Social policies must address the financial needs that arise in elderhood.”
“Quality healthcare becomes increasingly important in elderhood.”
“Active lifestyles during midlife can improve health outcomes in elderhood.”
Band 8 sentence
“Policy-makers should consider pension reform to secure financial stability throughout elderhood for an ageing population.”
Collocations
- in elderhood
- during elderhood
- health in elderhood
Word family
Common mistakes
in elderhoods→in elderhood / in old age
the elderhood is difficult→elderhood can be difficult / the elderly often face difficulties
Say it for a higher band
5old age→6advanced age→7+elderhood
Synonyms
old age
Easily confused
old age
“By promoting exercise earlier in life, we can reduce illnesses associated with old age.”
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