Oldness

Pronunciation: /ˈɑldnəs/

Oldness (noun)

  1. The state of something that is not new; it has existed for a long time or has been used before.
  2. A measure of how long a person or thing has lived or existed, often expressed as years or a time period.
  3. The quality of being old in style or ideas, so it may not fit modern needs or current ways of thinking.

Examples

  • The oldness of the book shows in its worn cover.
  • Oldness can make a room feel less fresh.