Meaning & Definition of word "Senior"

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    Senior

    /ˈsiː.njər/

    noun:

    • 1. A person who is older or of a higher rank or status.
      • Example: She sought advice from a senior who had more experience in the field.
    • 2. A student in their final year of high school or college.
      • Example: The seniors are gearing up for graduation ceremonies next month.

    adjective:

    • 1. Of or for older people; relating to those who have more experience or have attained a higher level.
      • Example: She is a senior member of the team and has been with the company for over ten years.
    • 2. Higher in rank, status, or age.
      • Example: In our organization, the senior executives make the final decisions on policy.
    • 3. Last or highest in a series; of the final year of study in a high school or college.
      • Example: He is a senior in high school and preparing for college applications.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'senior', meaning 'older, elder'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    senior moment:

    A temporary lapse in memory or judgment typically associated with aging.

    seniority system:

    A practice in which employees are rewarded based on their length of service.

    senior year:

    The final year of high school or college.

    Related Words

    junior:

    A person of lower rank or younger age.

    elder:

    A person who is older than oneself.

    graduate:

    A person who has received a degree after completing a course of study.

    Slang Meanings of senior

    Meaning: A senior citizen.

    Example Sentence: He's retired and loving life as a senior.

    Meaning: A high school or college student in their final year.

    Example Sentence: I'm a senior, ready to graduate this spring.