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elder Antonyms

Opposite of elder

Because the opposite of elder shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A person of greater age than someone specified, or an older, respected member of a family or community.

Usage Example

"Children in the village were taught to listen carefully to the advice of their elders."

Strongest
junior
Strong
youth
minor

• adjective (Context 2)

Of a greater age; born earlier (used especially of two related people).

Usage Example

"Her younger brother helped her move into the university dormitory."

Strongest
younger
Strong
junior

Similar words to elder

Words similar to elder shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

older
elderberry
senior
presbyter
bourtree
patriarch
matriarch
deacon
See all synonyms of elder

• Nearby Words

elatedly
elation
elbowroom
elder
eldercare
elderly
eldorado

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Elder. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/elder
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